Hong Kong made history on Saturday by qualifying for the Rugby World Cup for the first time, defeating South Korea 70-22 in Incheon to become the champions of Asia.
This win secured Hong Kong their sixth consecutive Asia Rugby Championship title and a spot in the expanded 24-team tournament scheduled to take place in Australia in 2027.
Now, Hong Kong, well-known for its annual Sevens tournament, will be competing in the 15-a-side competition alongside notable teams such as the reigning champions South Africa and New Zealand's All Blacks.
With Japan, one of the Asian powerhouses, already qualified by finishing in the top three of their pool at the 2023 World Cup, the title of continental champions was up for grabs.
Not only did Hong Kong claim regional honours, but they also became just the second Asian team after Japan to qualify for the mens Rugby World Cup.