Asian Games: Hong Kong to send largest ever squad to Hangzhou, with more than 800 athletes to be selected
- Initial list has 900 athletes before selection committee meets to confirm final numbers
- The delegation could reach 1,200 once officials and coaching staff are added
While a Hong Kong Olympic Committee meeting later this month will determine the exact number, a reliable source said the final figure would definitely exceed 800, with another estimated 400 officials and technical staff members.
A selection board must first whittle down an initial entry list of about 900 athletes, the source said.
“Many Hong Kong athletes were deprived of competition opportunities during the Covid-19 pandemic and with society gradually getting back to normal, the Olympic Committee will definitely encourage more athletes to join the Hangzhou Games,” the source added.
“Unlike the Olympics, there is no strict qualification required by the Asian Games organisers, and there is only the entry requirement set by the Hong Kong Olympic Committee, making it easier for the athletes to take part.”