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Hong Kong’s Cheung Ka-long celebrates winning his second Olympic gold, in Paris. Photo: AP
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Cheung aims for Olympic gold again at Los Angeles 2028, but a world title first

Hong Kong fencing coach Koenig says two-time Games foil champion aims to emulate Hungary’s Aron Szilagyi, who won three straight golds.

Hong Kong fencing coach Koenig says two-time Games foil champion aims to emulate Hungary’s Aron Szilagyi, who won three straight golds

IOC’s complicated election rules could block Sebastian Coe’s bid for presidency

Australian Olympian nets 12-month ban after attempted cocaine purchase in Paris

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Olympics, Paralympics a success for Paris but a calamity for some businesses

Many in the city’s service industry say they had one of their worst-ever summers, mainly because of security restrictions at Olympic venues.

While the Paris Olympics and Paralympics saw high numbers of visitors, they were restricted in their movements by heavy security at some places. Photo: AFP
While the Paris Olympics and Paralympics saw high numbers of visitors, they were restricted in their movements by heavy security at some places. Photo: AFP
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Alleged killer of Ugandan athlete Cheptegei dies from burns, hospital says

The man, the former partner of the 33-year-old marathoner, had sustained 30 per cent burns when he attacked her over a property dispute.

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China earn more Paralympic golds than US, GB combined but enthusiasm at home low

In contrast, the Olympics were watched widely, with race against the US followed closely and Team China athletes lauded as national heroes.

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Siobhan Haughey not yet ‘fully committed’ to competing at Olympic Games in 2028

Hongkonger has won two silver and two bronze medals and across past two Olympics in Tokyo and Paris.

Siobhan Haughey takes selfies with fans as she discussed the 2028 Olympic Games at an event held in a Taikoo shopping centre. Photo: Elson Li
Siobhan Haughey takes selfies with fans as she discussed the 2028 Olympic Games at an event held in a Taikoo shopping centre. Photo: Elson Li
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Asian Games: More sponsors, better marketing among OCA chief Singh’s priorities

The Indian, 77, has been the OCA acting president since 2021, filling in for Kuwait’s Sheikh Ahmad Al-Fahad Al-Sabah.

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Australia sack swimming coach who backed South Korean rival at Paris Olympics

Palfrey triggered a media storm at the Olympics when he urged Kim Woo-min to win the 400m, which featured two Australian contenders.

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Paralympics: Ho, Tse ‘kept believing’ in winning Hong Kong’s latest gold medal

Ho Yuen Kei and Tse Tak-wah clinched gold in the Boccia mixed pairs BC3 event as Leung Yuk-wing and Cheung Yuen won silver in BC4.

Ho Yuen-kei (left) has now won two gold medals at the Paris Paralympics with victory the Boccia individual and mixed pairs BC3 event at the Paralympic Games.
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Paris Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei dies after being set on fire by boyfriend

Incident took place just weeks after Cheptegei had taken part in the marathon at the Paris Olympics.

Ugandan athlete Rebecca Cheptegei has died after she was set on fire from her boyfriend. Photo: AP
Ugandan athlete Rebecca Cheptegei has died after she was set on fire from her boyfriend. Photo: AP
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Australia’s ‘Raygun’ says sorry to breakdancing community for Olympic backlash

The 37-year-old – whose performance was ridiculed and parodied, and scored zero points in Paris – says she ‘cannot control how people react’.

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Like at Olympics, Paralympics triathlon postponed due to River Seine pollution

Weather has affected quality of water as Para Games follows Olympics in postponing event.

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Who are the mainland Chinese Olympians visiting Hong Kong?

From table tennis titans to swimming stars, the Post looks at biggest names in 65-strong delegation on three-day trip to city.

A delegation of mainland Chinese athletes will visit Hong Kong from Thursday to Saturday. Photo: Reuters
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Paralympians putting edgy social media spin on disabilities ahead of Paris Games

Armless Archer and What Really Matters among YouTube and TikTok accounts challenging perception of athletes competing at Paris Games.

American Matt Stutzman, nicknamed the Armless Archer, won silver in the men’s archery individual compound open at the London 2012 Paralympic Games. Photo: AFP
American Matt Stutzman, nicknamed the Armless Archer, won silver in the men’s archery individual compound open at the London 2012 Paralympic Games. Photo: AFP
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Badminton, boccia athletes targeting golden glory at Paris Paralympics

Daniel Chan says there is no room for him in coaching after he retires because he’s the only wheelchair badminton athlete in city.

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Jackie Chan to carry torch ahead of Paralympics opening ceremony

Hong Kong-born martial arts actor will carry the flame on Wednesday in Paris, hours before the opening ceremony, the organising committee said.

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Cheung Ka-long’s Olympic opponents should fear him, Hong Kong fencing coach says

Tokyo Olympics gold medallist needs to turn his aura to his advantage, not be crushed by pressure, according to Greg Koenig.

Cheung Ka-long must manage the pressure of being defending Olympic champion in Paris. Photo: Handout
Cheung Ka-long must manage the pressure of being defending Olympic champion in Paris. Photo: Handout
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Exclusive | Angry Chinese table tennis superfans threaten Paris Olympics TV protest

Group say they could disrupt broadcast in China with banners Western media would be ‘very interested’ in, after being censored at home.

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It’s gold for Mongolia: team’s ‘insane uniform’ is most beautiful at Paris Games

Public and Olympians praise the ‘blend of beauty and tradition’, with one saying the country should be given the gold medal for best outfit.

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Paris Games a stage to make women feel ‘empowered’, says record-breaker mum

Ultra-runner Natalie Dau, 52, who recently ran from Thailand to Singapore in a record 12 days, says it is possible now to be a mother and also an elite athlete.

Dau advocates for prominent sportswomen using the Olympic stage to address the impact of the menstrual cycle on athletic performance. Photo: Handout