Hong Kong Athletes Win Record 142 Medals at National Games

Hong Kong athletes just delivered the most triumphant moment in the city's sporting history, shattering records and igniting pride across their home.

Over two months of competition at China's 15th National Games, Hong Kong secured an unprecedented 142 total medals across three competitions. The haul included 61 golds, 52 silvers, and 48 bronzes from the main Games, the Games for Persons with Disabilities, and the Special Olympic Games combined.

Cyclist Lee Sze-wing made history as Hong Kong's first triple gold medalist at a single National Games. She defended her road cycling title in Zhuhai, partnered with teammate Leung Wingyee to win Madison track cycling at home, then claimed her first omnium gold.

Swimming sensation Siobhan Haughey lived up to her "flying fish" nickname with two golds in the 100m and 200m freestyle. In a stunning display of endurance, she competed in both the 50m breaststroke and 50m freestyle finals just five minutes apart, adding two bronze medals to cap a four-medal performance.

The fencing team delivered another first when Cheung Ka-long, Choi Chun-yin, Leung Chin-yu, and Ng Lok-wang defeated Fujian to win Hong Kong's first-ever National Games fencing gold in the men's foil team event.

Why This Inspires

The most moving chapter belonged to Hong Kong's largest-ever para sports delegation. Over 280 athletes with disabilities, supported by 140 staff and medical professionals, competed with remarkable determination across 14 events.

They brought home 52 golds, 50 silvers, and 40 bronzes at the Games for Persons with Disabilities and Special Olympic Games. Swimmer Chan Yui-lam, dubbed the "Butterfly Queen," earned three golds and two silvers, while the boccia team achieved their best-ever results with four golds.

Behind every medal stands an athlete who refused to quit, who trained through setbacks, and who proved that determination knows no limits. These 280 para athletes didn't just compete; they showed an entire city what the human spirit can achieve.

Hong Kong's record-breaking Games proves that investing in athletes, believing in their potential, and giving them platforms to shine creates champions who inspire generations.