Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships
The best of Hong Kong’s young gymnasts will be competing in the Rhythmic Gymnastics Open starting on May 16: Other than the infamous ribbon swirls, they will be doing amazing things with hoops, balls, ropes and clubs. The competition focuses on the Hong Kong junior division, so most of the some 160 participants won’t be older than 13 years. Showing off technical and artistic skills, they will vie for glory and medals and no doubt the combination of glamorous leotards and astonishing routines will keep audiences enthralled during all three days of the championship.
What: Rhythmic Gymnastics Open Championships
Where: Tseun Wan Sports Centre
When: May 16, 17 and 24
How much: $50
Enquiries: www.gahk.org.hk/right05.htm

Soccer Sevens
The Soccer Sevens may not generate quite the same buzz as their rugby counterparts but you will still find much to enjoy in this truncated version of football. An eclectic range of reserve and youth teams will compete throughout the weekend – in the past the Soccer Sevens have showcased many promising talents as well as given us the opportunity to marvel once again at some of the greats in action in the veteran teams. This year is no exception. In the main tournament, teams like the Glasgow Rangers, West Ham United and Aston Villa will square off against each other and the Singapore Cricket Club are out to prove they’re as good with their feet as they are with their bats. The Masters tournament has attracted a lot of all-stars and veteran teams from all across the globe including the Southampton and Sheffield Vets among others.
What: HKFC International Soccer Sevens
Where: HK Football Club
When: May 29-31
How much: $200
Enquiries: www.hksoccersevens.com

Spring Sailing
Let’s hope for good weather and healthy winds for the RHKYC’s annual race to Macau. It’s a two-race series, boats setting sail for Macau at 10am on Saturday and returning to Hong Kong on Sunday at 10:30am. The regatta is divided into two divisions – IPF and HKPN – and although the closing date for entries has passed; if you fancy a sail then some boats are probably still looking for a crewman or two, contact the RHKYC to find out. If you just want to catch the excitement and beauty of the flotilla racing out of the harbour, grab yourself a good vantage point in time for the start.
What: RHKYC Macau Race
Where: Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club
When: May 1 and 2
Enquiries: www.rhkyc.org.hk 2832 2817

Bonaqua Volvo Action Sprint
The next race of the Bonaqua Volvo Action Sprints series is on May 10 and over 300 runners have already registered for the 11km race. The sprint, which starts at 9am, is divided into age groups – five for women and seven for men. If you plan to compete, take a helmet as a short part of the race is along the coastline and up a river gully. Registrations and payment of $200 per person per race may be made on line but that fee goes up to $300 if you register within four days of the race.
What: Bonaqua Volvo Action Sprint – 11km
Where: Discovery Bay
When: May 10, 9am
Enquiries: www.actionasiaevents.com