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Paul Ryding is a sports writer who has been based in China since 2007. The Beijing Olympics took him to the Far East for six months, and the food, the people and the excitement surrounding the rise of sport in China kept him there until now. He spent eight years in Beijing before moving to Hong Kong in 2015.
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Ronnie O’Sullivan edges past Ding Junhui 6-5 to book his quarter-final spot in Milton Keynes.
Ronnie O’Sullivan edges past Ding Junhui 6-5 to book his quarter-final spot in Milton Keynes.
The Hong Kong event is likely to be axed for the third year running while the Asian Tour is still to publish its 2021 schedule meaning there are no plans for the showpiece Hong Kong Open.
The Hong Kong event is likely to be axed for the third year running while the Asian Tour is still to publish its 2021 schedule meaning there are no plans for the showpiece Hong Kong Open.
The hope is that things will quickly get back to normal in 2021, but many Hong Kong staples are yet to be scheduled for the coming year.
The hope is that things will quickly get back to normal in 2021, but many Hong Kong staples are yet to be scheduled for the coming year.
It was a desperately difficult year for a swathe of the city’s sporting bodies. The main hope is that the damage 2020 inflicted on the local scene isn’t fatal.
It was a desperately difficult year for a swathe of the city’s sporting bodies. The main hope is that the damage 2020 inflicted on the local scene isn’t fatal.
Our annual top 10 list of SCMP Sport stories is released.
Our annual top 10 list of SCMP Sport stories is released.
Mexico’s Alvarez puts on a masterful performance in his debut at 168lbs to defeat Smith in Texas.
Mexico’s Alvarez puts on a masterful performance in his debut at 168lbs to defeat Smith in Texas.
China’s Li, the world No 37, held a 4-1 lead before going down to the world champion.
China’s Li, the world No 37, held a 4-1 lead before going down to the world champion.
Terence Crawford completes a 15th defence of his welterweight crown with late knockout of Kell Brook.
Terence Crawford completes a 15th defence of his welterweight crown with late knockout of Kell Brook.
Henan 37-year-old Zhang Zhilei registers a 22nd straight win against Devin Vargas as the two-metre tall southpaw amasses his 17 KO win.
Henan 37-year-old Zhang Zhilei registers a 22nd straight win against Devin Vargas as the two-metre tall southpaw amasses his 17 KO win.
Hong Kong’s Haughey claims victory in the 4x100 freestyle relay and the 400m freestyle events.
Hong Kong’s Haughey claims victory in the 4x100 freestyle relay and the 400m freestyle events.
Haughey wins three races as her team, Energy Standard, claim a well-deserved win in match six of the International Swimming League.
Haughey wins three races as her team, Energy Standard, claim a well-deserved win in match six of the International Swimming League.
Hong Kong swimmer on target again in Hungary as she breaks another of her own national records.
Hong Kong swimmer on target again in Hungary as she breaks another of her own national records.
Two-division world champion Davis underlines his credentials with excellent showing in Texas.
Two-division world champion Davis underlines his credentials with excellent showing in Texas.
Player attacks, hall-of-famer defences, support, criticism, accusations and rebuttals – all have been a feature of a hugely turbulent period for relations between the NBA and China.
Player attacks, hall-of-famer defences, support, criticism, accusations and rebuttals – all have been a feature of a hugely turbulent period for relations between the NBA and China.
The Hong Kong Premier League stumbles to a conclusion with three teams in the hunt for the 2019/20 title.
The Hong Kong Premier League stumbles to a conclusion with three teams in the hunt for the 2019/20 title.
Zhang defeats the 12th seeded Keys in straight sets as Hsieh overcomes Haas to set up clash against Swiatek.
Zhang defeats the 12th seeded Keys in straight sets as Hsieh overcomes Haas to set up clash against Swiatek.
Ronnie O’Sullivan is knocked out of the European Masters in Milton Keynes by 18-year old tour rookie Aaron Hill.
Ronnie O’Sullivan is knocked out of the European Masters in Milton Keynes by 18-year old tour rookie Aaron Hill.
With the focus on the upcoming PlayStation 5, developers release a pared-back follow-up to critically acclaimed PES 2020.
With the focus on the upcoming PlayStation 5, developers release a pared-back follow-up to critically acclaimed PES 2020.
Beijing Guoan stay second in group B after derby win as Tianjin Teda become the first team confirmed in the relegation round.
Beijing Guoan stay second in group B after derby win as Tianjin Teda become the first team confirmed in the relegation round.
Fabio Cannavaro’s side become the first to make the title-deciding stage of the Chinese Super League campaign.
Fabio Cannavaro’s side become the first to make the title-deciding stage of the Chinese Super League campaign.
Using the ‘boost’ chips well can you put you over the top in your mini-league contests, understanding how they work and when to use them is key.
Using the ‘boost’ chips well can you put you over the top in your mini-league contests, understanding how they work and when to use them is key.
Good use of Fantasy Premier League chips can make or break your season, so knowing the basics will help you to make the most of them.
Good use of Fantasy Premier League chips can make or break your season, so knowing the basics will help you to make the most of them.
Beijing Guoan remain second in group B after rescuing a point against Shijiazhuang.
Beijing Guoan remain second in group B after rescuing a point against Shijiazhuang.
Arnautovic and Oscar grab their fourth goals of the season in comfortable win against Chongqing Lifan in Suzhou.
Arnautovic and Oscar grab their fourth goals of the season in comfortable win against Chongqing Lifan in Suzhou.
English champions host Marcelo Bielsa’s new boys on opening day.
English champions host Marcelo Bielsa’s new boys on opening day.
O’Sullivan pulls clear in the final session to book his spot in the quarter-finals and renew acquaintances with old rival Mark Williams.
O’Sullivan pulls clear in the final session to book his spot in the quarter-finals and renew acquaintances with old rival Mark Williams.
Chinese ace Ding and English legend O’Sullivan are battling for a place in the quarter-finals in Sheffield.
Chinese ace Ding and English legend O’Sullivan are battling for a place in the quarter-finals in Sheffield.
The Chinese No 2, Yan Bingtao, takes a 5-3 lead over the defending world champion into the second day of their round 2 clash.
The Chinese No 2, Yan Bingtao, takes a 5-3 lead over the defending world champion into the second day of their round 2 clash.
Chinese number two loses five frames in a row during the final session but eventually seals a 10-7 victory as Crucible debutant Slesson mounts spirited fightback from 9-2 down.
Chinese number two loses five frames in a row during the final session but eventually seals a 10-7 victory as Crucible debutant Slesson mounts spirited fightback from 9-2 down.
Liang is eliminated in round one by 2010 champion Robertson with Yan set to cruise into round two as Ding prepares for O’Sullivan clash.
Liang is eliminated in round one by 2010 champion Robertson with Yan set to cruise into round two as Ding prepares for O’Sullivan clash.
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