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Letters | Hong Kong should keep its cool in the age of Trump

Hongkongers heading to airport urged to take trains during test event

Term limits, stricter oversight on horizon for Hong Kong’s sport chiefs

Sources say committee has made recommendations on future code of governance, and report could be made public this week.

Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Kevin Yeung (second left), alongside Timothy Fok (far left), Kenneth Fok and Eric Fok at the Paris Olympics. Photo: Mike Chan

Hong Kong Windsurfing Open star wants Olympic rule change after Paris heartbreak

The Briton finished in the top three in 13 of her 14 races in the iQFoil in the French capital this summer but settled for bronze.

Editorial | Sweeping ban on surfing makes no sense

The government should seek to calm the waters and engage with the surf community so that a solution can be found for the enjoyment of all.

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Letters | John Lee is right to call for removing cap on Shenzhen visitors

Readers discuss the hits and misses in the chief executive’s policy address, on topics ranging from cross-border travel and inclusive initiatives to sports and health development.

Tour groups from the mainland head for Hong Kong from the Shenzhen Bay Port on October 1. Photo: Dickson Lee

Editorial | Time is ripe for sports arbitration system in Hong Kong

Hong Kong government plans to explore establishing such a dispute resolution mechanism appear to be a winning move.

Editorial | Efforts to establish Hong Kong as a venue for elite sports events are paying off

A joint effort from the government, private companies and the sports sector can ensure the city becomes a vibrant hub for top competitions.

My Take | A sports dispute resolution system is long overdue in Hong Kong

A passion for sport is starting to take hold in the city along with a desire to host ‘mega’ events. But there is no clear process for settling differences.

(From left) Gold-medallist fencers Vivian Kong Man-wai, Edgar Cheung Ka-long, and bronze medals swimmer Siobhan Bernadette Haughey attend the JCAIAS cheque presentation ceremony. Photo: May Tse

Olympic medallist Emma Wilson can ‘inspire’ locals at Hong Kong Open, coach says

The Briton, who finished third at the Tokyo Games in the RS:X event, was also on the podium in Paris when iQFoil was introduced.

Great Britain’s Emma Wilson, a bronze medal winner at the Tokyo and Paris Olympic Games, will compete at the Hong Kong Open Windsurfing Championship. Photo: EPA

Hong Kong’s appeal as global city wins over snooker chiefs as event is confirmed

Sport’s rulers officially release details of World Grand Prix, to be staged in March in ‘world-class’ arena at new Kai Tak Sports Park.

Hong Kong to host large-scale sports events in drive to become mega-event economy

Sports bodies, including horse racing, welcome Chief Executive John Lee’s plans for the industry, venues and athletes in his policy address.

New sports chief to review elite athlete grants, lead reform of governing bodies

George Tsoi, a civil servant with 10 years’ experience, is the city’s third commissioner for sports in the past 13 months.

Overseeing the opening of Kai Tak Sports Park next year will be among George Tsoi’s duties as the city’s new commissioner for sports. Photo: Jelly Tse

Pilot audio description service gives Hong Kong’s blind a chance to enjoy sport

Hong Kong Blind Union says it has offered the service at 105 sports events over the past 4½ years.

The audio description service has been used 105 sports events including the Hong Kong Sevens rugby tournament. Photo: Elson Li

World Games Series in Hong Kong: local wushu athletes earn spots at Chengdu 2025

Roller sports and cheerleading also feature as three-day series concludes at Go Park Sai Sha, with the carnival a bigger draw than the sport.

Hong Kong Olympic heroes receive US$2.3 million in rewards at Sha Tin race day

Vivian Kong, Cheung Ka-long, Siobhan Haughey among the athletes handed prizes, while gold medallist Kong reveals wish to try horse riding.

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Hosting Baseball5 World Cup has been a great experience for Hong Kong: organiser

More seats were filled in this year’s tournament – won again by Cuba, who beat Japan – than in previous event, says baseball head Dave Ho.

The Cuban and Japanese teams celebrate together after their Baseball5 World Cup final, won again by Cuba. Photo: Clicks images

World Games Series opens in Hong Kong, official praises event for promoting sport

Ceremony welcomes athletes ahead of weekend competitions, as deputy finance minister hails venue that ‘does not cost the government a dime’.

Hong Kong’s Baseball5 World Cup event questioned as it again draws tiny crowd

Backed by government funding, the six-day event is hindered by sparse crowds and lack of understanding about rules, say those who turned up.

155 bus routes to be affected as 6,000 riders hit roads in Hong Kong Cyclothon

Some roads in West Kowloon and New Territories South will be closed in stages from 1am on Sunday, police say.

The Cyclothon is open to both amateur and elite participants. Photo: Dickson Lee

Hong Kong, champs Cuba, Japan make winning starts in low-key Baseball5 World Cup

Hosts’ win over South Africa could give a boost to the world championship for the sport, a simplified variation of baseball and softball.

Hong Kong (white) defeated South Africa (green) to finish off the first day of action at the WBSC Baseball5 World Cup at the Central Harbourfront Event Space. Photo: Sam Tsang

Hong Kong needs office overseeing planning for mega events, think tank says

Our Hong Kong Foundation also says number of sports venues need upgrading to comply with international requirements.

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Hong Kong eyeing Asian chess titles after Olympiad success, federation chief says

Women’s team, including 12-year-old Yuxin Lou, won gold in chess’ biggest tournament with victory in their category.

Hong Kong’s Cheung Ka-long reveals secret to success in Olympic gold medal bout

Fencing legend also says he was in ‘really poor’ condition before the Paris Games.

Hong Kong’s Cheung Ka-long (right) takes on Italy’s Filippo Macchi for the Olympic gold medal in Paris. Photo: AP Photo

Hong Kong in big push to promote Kai Tak Sports Park ahead of opening: John Lee

Chief executive says authorities are ‘making every effort to promote the largest sports infrastructure project in Hong Kong’s history’.

Kai Tak Sports Park, which includes a 50,000-seat stadium, is set to open next year. Photo: Eugene Lee

Hong Kong football event rejects tearful appeal to accept school’s late sign-up

Education Bureau investigating after Yan Chai Hospital Tung Chi Ying Memorial Secondary School fails to secure spot.

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Principal weeps, says sorry as Hong Kong school misses out on football event

Headmaster of school that has often won annual competition apologises for ‘negligence’, says he truly feels he has let his students down.

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