Is gold medallist Vivian Kong ‘the perfect Hong Kong girl’?
- Residents effusively praise fencing gold medallist and dive into her background to learn about her litany of successes even before Paris
The star fencer topped the list of biggest trending searches on Google on Saturday shortly after her historic triumph, as curious residents rushed to learn more about the 30-year-old épéeist.
The buzz prompted some good-humoured discussions that Kong – already designated “Queen Kong” by some – was the embodiment of the “perfect Hong Kong girl”, with some crediting her parents for raising a well-rounded daughter.
“Look at her interviews and you’ll know why she is so beloved … Strength, humility, grace, courtesy and charm – all in one!” one internet user said.
Another added: “Such a talented and beautiful soul! Please do not ever be scared of letting us down, because we will always be proud of you no matter what.”
A separate comment said: “Vivian Kong was so kind, humble and lovely … you have truly shown what Hong Kong spirit is with your performance!”
Some users on the Reddit-like LIHKG said Kong, a vegetarian, had the “perfect DNA” and was a “winner in life” for being a true “master of pen and sword” and “beautiful inside and out”.