First for Hong Kong: two judokas fighting for places at Olympics

Despite a lack of support from the authorities, Hong Kong could have two judokas for the first time at an Olympic Games, a senior official says.

Leung Po-sum is almost certain to be in Rio next August, while Yu Kin-ting is well on his way to achieving the required world ranking.

“The qualification period will close in May next year and Leung should have no problem through her world ranking,” said Hong Kong Judo Association chairman Wong Po-kee.

“Yu also stands a chance, provided he can do well in the remaining events before the qualification ends.

“We have never been able to send two athletes to the Olympic Games since a qualification system was introduced for the Sydney Games in 2000. This is going to be a great result if we can achieve it for Rio.

“The road to the Olympics is not easy as we are not an elite programme at the Sports Institute where they provide comprehensive support for athletes to strive for qualification places.