How do you remember Spencer Lam?
I live in the North Point area and frequent Victoria Park. Just over a month ago as I was returning home from the park, I ran into 'Uncle' (or 'Ah Suk') Spencer Lam Sheung-yee, who as a player was known as Heavy Cannon ('City mourns Spencer Lam, the soccer hero turned commentator famous for his dry wit', April 24).
He was just outside the Tin Hau MTR station exit. I greeted him as Ah Suk and he nodded. As I was only a stranger to him and in a hurry to go home to my child, I did not stop for a chat. I now wish I had. Our encounter was brief, only a few seconds, but I could sense his solitude; there was a bit of sadness in his eyes.
As I grew up overseas, I did not know that he was a football commentator, famous footballer and Olympian until later. I was first introduced to him when I saw Young and Dangerous in the mid-1990s and other on-screen performances. His trademark cheeky attitude and wit were memorable and he was always a joy to watch.
His sadness on the day I saw him is nothing compared to the sadness Hong Kong feels now for losing such an outstanding, multitalented individual.
His achievements and antics are cherished gifts we hold close to our hearts. Uncle, you're a legend, sir; goodbye and thank you.