The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Mr Kevin Yeung, extended his congratulations to Hong Kong fencing athlete Vivian Kong on winning a gold medal in Women's Épée Individual event at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games on July 27 (Paris time). This is the first medal won by the Hong Kong, China Delegation in this Olympic Games. Being at the Paris Olympics in person, Mr Yeung shared the joy of winning with Vivian Kong and her team immediately.

     Mr Yeung said, "With her superb performance and keen tactics in the competition, Vivian Kong claimed victory and realised the dream of Hong Kong citizens. Witnessing the triumphant moment firsthand, I am both touched and delighted by her performance and demeanour of a great athlete. I believe Hong Kong citizens shared the joy as well."

Ends/Sunday, July 28, 2024
Issued at HKT 4:22

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