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Huang Qianqian (left) and Wang Yiran in the women’s foil individual final at the National Games in Hong Kong last month. Photo: Xinhua
Fencing

New fencing competition aims to drag ancient Olympic sport into modern era

World Fencing League will use technology to turn the sport’s ultra-fast actions more watchable, will not clash with current calendar.

Doping in sport

Doping: after US’ stance on China’s swimmers, IOC chief says ‘divide’ must end

Hong Kong Sports Institute

Hong Kong shuttler slams ‘outrageous’ state of Youth Olympics medal lent to HKSI

Hong Kong Squash Open

Hong Kong Squash Open: Bryant ready to take over baton after beating idol

World No 14 beats England teammate and former world champion Mohamed El Shorbagy to reach his third platinum quarter-final of the season.

England’s Jonah Bryant (right) knocked out teammate and former world champion Mohamed El Shorbagy on Tuesday. Photo: Handout
England’s Jonah Bryant (right) knocked out teammate and former world champion Mohamed El Shorbagy on Tuesday. Photo: Handout
World Snooker

Kai Tak curfew that made Hong Kong a snooker joke to be scrapped, official says

World Grand Prix returning to city in February and organisers promise fans won’t be kicked out early this time around.

Hong Kong Squash Open

Hong Kong Squash Open: Henry Leung lauds new coach despite loss to world No 13

Hongkonger says he appreciates fresh insights from former world No 13 Max Lee, city’s top woman Tomato Ho pays tribute to Tai Po victims.

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Hong Kong Squash Open

Hong Kong Squash Open: Sabrina Sobhy secures win over sister in first round

Top seed Hania El Hammamy receives bye to second round after her opponent fails to show, while men’s holder Mostafa Asal enjoys smooth start.

Sabrina Sobhy (right) records her first professional victory against her older sister Amanda. Photo: Handout
Sabrina Sobhy (right) records her first professional victory against her older sister Amanda. Photo: Handout
Beijing Winter Olympics 2022

No backup ice hockey arena for Winter Olympics as construction goes down to wire

Construction on the 16,000-seat Santagiulia Arena on the outskirts of the Italian host city is running late but organisers are optimistic.

Ukraine war

Judo to allow Russian athletes to compete under national flag again

The country, which has effectively been shut out of world sport since it invaded Ukraine in February 2022, describes decision as ‘historic’.

Doping in sport

Hospital video helps clear Chinese long jump world champion Wang of doping

China’s anti-doping body says this week athlete was not negligent or at fault after failing an out-of-competition test last year.

Wang Jianan became the first man from Asia to win a long jump gold medal at the World Athletics Championships when he did so in Eugene, Oregon, in 2022. Photo: AP
Doo Hoi-kem

Wang Chuqin, Sun Yingsha to unite for mixed doubles at WTT Finals in Hong Kong

Star duo had already qualified for the singles events and will be joined by Hong Kong’s Wong Chun-ting and Doo Hoi-kem.

Wang Chuqin (left) and Sun Yingsha have enjoyed a successful mixed doubles career. Photo: AP
Wang Chuqin (left) and Sun Yingsha have enjoyed a successful mixed doubles career. Photo: AP
Marathons

Hong Kong Streetathon vows to regain runners’ trust as 7 lost bags are found

Race organiser RunOurCity wants runners to ‘feel that confidence is restored’ after QR code system failed and complaints about route.

World Table Tennis (WTT)

WTT Finals: Truls Moregard aims to create more happy memories of Hong Kong

After making a statement on previous visit, Swedish table tennis star will have China’s top names in his sights at year-end event.

Lacrosse

Hong Kong’s Super Sixes lacrosse event returns with more teams, new venue

Teams flying in from the United States, South Korea and New Zealand for the first time as tournament moves to Hong Kong Football Club.

Hong Kong’s Lai Kwok-wang (in white) challenges Jon Dugenio of the Philippines during last year’s Super Sixes at Wong Chuk Hang Sports Ground. Photo: Jonathan Wong
IOC

Majority of Berlin residents against bid to host Olympic Games, survey finds

German Olympics body plans to decide next year which city or region will bid for 2036 – for which Hong Kong might bid – 2040 or 2044 Games.

The Olympic rings hanging from the Olympic Stadium in Berlin. About two-thirds of residents are against a bid to host the Games. Photo: dpa
The Olympic rings hanging from the Olympic Stadium in Berlin. About two-thirds of residents are against a bid to host the Games. Photo: dpa
Marathons

Hong Kong Streetathon organisers sorry for bag collection chaos, promise review

While costumed runners, ‘leaders’ race’ add to merriment, long uphill finish questioned by competitors.

2025 National Games

National Games’ new generation set to shine at Asian Games, Olympics and beyond

Hong Kong’s Ceci Lee and Ryan Choi among a host of athletes who have taken the torch from the likes of Ma Long, Sun Yang and Pan Zhanle.

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2025 National Games

Meet Hong Kong’s history-making medal winners from the National Games

First-time winners brought honour alongside established medallists as the city won more medals than at any previous Games.

Hong Kong’s most decorated Olympian, Siobhan Haughey, won her favourite event, the 200m freestyle, and the 100m freestyle at the National Games, along with two bronze medals. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong’s most decorated Olympian, Siobhan Haughey, won her favourite event, the 200m freestyle, and the 100m freestyle at the National Games, along with two bronze medals. Photo: Eugene Lee
2025 National Games

Record-breaker Ma Long leads Beijing to National Games table tennis team gold

Victory over Shanghai sees the veteran win his fifth gold medal in his sixth appearance at the multi-sport event.

2025 National Games

Hong Kong fencing coach eyes global team success after ‘hits and misses’ at Games

Zheng Kangzhou looking for strength in numbers after individual glory for likes of Olympic champion Cheung Ka-long and world No 1 Ryan Choi.

2025 National Games

National Games: Fan v Wang part 2, Hong Kong’s fencers go again – what to watch

Beijing face Shanghai in team table tennis final, so Fan Zhendong plays Wang Chuqin a second time, while Hong Kong mountain bikers join fray.

Cedric Ho (right) was knocked out of the individual event by Xiu Yuhan of Shandong on Monday.
2025 National Games

Koenig hails unsung Ng as men’s foil team seal historic National Games gold

While two-time Olympic champion Cheung Ka-long and world No 1 Ryan Choi are their usual brilliant selves, Lawrence Ng makes difference early.

Hong Kong won its first fencing National Games gold medal after the men’s foil team beat Fujian 45-34 in the final on Wednesday. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong won its first fencing National Games gold medal after the men’s foil team beat Fujian 45-34 in the final on Wednesday. Photo: Elson Li
2025 National Games

Épée team’s National Games defeat a learning experience for West Island pupil Wu

Wu Haidi calls competition at Kai Tak Arean an ‘unforgettable experience’ that will help her in the future.

2025 National Games

‘Definitely surreal’: Ian Ho reflects on winning historic 50m freestyle gold

Ho wins final that included China’s Olympic star Pan Zhanle, states that victory is “definitely surreal”.

2025 National Games

Hong Kong’s épée men turn to National Games team event after all 3 are knocked out

Veteran Fong Hoi-sun says team are targeting the gold medal as Kuan Yu-ching goes furthest in the women’s foil event.

Cedric Ho went furthest among the Hong Kong epee men, beating teammate Ng Ho-tin along the way. Photo: Eugene Lee
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