Breakdancing, singing and star diver Quan wowing Hong Kong gala audience – as it happened
Pupils snap selfies with athletes during school visits and learn the value of strong mindsets, with stars also showing off sports skills
After a rousing welcome from fans and officials in Hong Kong on Thursday, a delegation of Olympic stars from mainland China spent their second day in the city attending various meet-and-greet events.
A highlight was Friday evening’s gala show, with all 5,100 tickets for the public snapped up within just 35 minutes. Select groups of local athletes, students and members of the disciplined services also met the delegation during the day.
Follow the Post’s coverage as the Olympians and their coaches greet the public and enjoy sightseeing trips to famed tourist spots including The Peak and Victoria Harbour.
Highlights of day 2:
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Medallists display techniques at gala show
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Sightseeing and shopping including visit to The Peak
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Cruise around Victoria Harbour, recreating Titanic moments
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Diving queen Quan out and about with favourite stuffed toys
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Table tennis champs Ma Long and Fan Zhendong play it for laughs
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Crowds gather wherever the athletes go
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Liaison office hosts lunch for delegation
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Delegation and disciplined services test strength by pulling vehicles and plane
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Olympians joined by 100 students at South China Athletic Association
Reporting by Sammy Heung, Jess Ma, Paul McNamara, Angeline Jiang, Leopold Chen, Vivian Au and Ambrose Li
