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Paul McNamara

Ryan Choi Chun-yin has welcomed the “exciting and refreshing” emergence of a new generation of Hong Kong fencing stars, and intimated that he could quit the sport following the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
World champion Choi combined with Cheung Ka-long, the two-time Olympic champion, and the youthful pair of Cheng Tit-nam, 20, and Mike Lam Ho-long, 18, for team gold from this month’s Foil World Cup leg in Paris.
Harris Ho-Shing-him, 16, and 21-year-old Leung Chin-yu have also gained senior recognition.
“None of them have unlocked their potential yet, but you can see they have the ability to be strong; maybe stronger than us [Choi and Cheung],” Choi, the world No 1, said.
“It’s exciting and refreshing to have them with us, and the atmosphere is really good.”
Choi said credit for Hong Kong’s deepening well of talent belonged with the coaching pair of Greg Koenig and Maurizio Zomparelli.

“They’re very considerate people, they focus on our lives and how we feel, as well as fencing,” the 28-year-old Choi said.
“When younger guys see [top athletes] happy in the team, it motivates them to want to become professional.”
Unquestionably the world’s best foilist over the past 12 months, Choi has breezily shrugged off the pressure of being the global circuit’s prize scalp.
“In the past when I felt really strong, I did feel more expectation and pressure, but this time I don’t,” he said.
“Pressure is still there; the fear in competitions when you’re losing still exists … but it’s more enjoyment for me.
“Every time I put on the helmet, I’m in my comfort zone. In fencing, you know the truth; whether someone is trying to hit you, or if they’re performing a fake action. In society, you don’t always know what’s true, so life is much more simple when you’re competing.”
Choi is poised for a blockbuster year, headlined by the defence of his world title on home soil in July. The Asian Games will follow two months later.
His “ultimate goal”, however, is the “Olympic gold medal that would make my career complete”.
“It might be the end of my journey in LA,” Choi said, although he stopped short of confirming he would retire.
When he does stop competing, Choi plans to coach because “I could never be separated from fencing, it’s my life partner”.
Nonetheless, speaking to the Post at a National Games sharing session, under the umbrella of the Jockey Club Sports Plus Elite Athletes Community Programme, Choi acknowledged he was still tired following his recent exploits in the French capital, where he added individual silver to his team gold.

“I need enough rest and time with my friends [whenever I’m in Hong Kong],” said Choi, who will be back on the strip for next month’s FIE Fencing Grand Prix in Turin.
“Hanging out with them is how I recharge, so I feel refreshed and ready for training and competition.”
Choi is excited, therefore, about the prospect of “shining in front of my friends and family” when Hong Kong Kong stages the FIE World Championships in July.
“It’s a precious opportunity and an honour,” he said. “It’s good for promoting the sport … fencing is getting more popular in Hong Kong and I hope we maintain that trend, so we develop more talent and make more history.”
Choi, who also claimed Asian Championships gold during a magical 2025, said he hoped he had not yet explored his full potential.
“I’m almost at the maximum,” he said, adding that he would now prioritise team over individual success.
“I’ve achieved much more than I expected. I used to joke with friends that it was easy to get medals from secondary school athletics meetings, and that I wanted that feeling on the international stage.
“Now, I’m kind of achieving it ... it’s a miracle it keeps happening.
“I feel really blessed and, one day, I want to pass my knowledge to the younger generation.”


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Fencer Ryan Choi Chun-yin is excited about the future of Hong Kong fencing with the emergence of a new generation. Photo: Dickson Lee

Ryan Choi expects to see a lot more from the city’s young fencers. Photo: Dickson Lee

Ryan Choi is poised for a blockbuster year, headlined by the defence of his world title on home soil in July. Photo: Dickson Lee

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Dakota Jones, who has claimed multiple major trail and ultra-running race victories,  is preparing for his Hong Kong debut. Photo: Foto Mo & Wood Hong

Dakota Jones finalising his preparations for Saturday’s Hong Kong 100 on the MacLehose Trail. Photo: Foto Mo and Wood Hong

Dakota Jones chats with local runner Wong Ho-chung. Photo: Foto Mo and Wood Hong

Dakota Jones shares a joke with Hong Kong runner Wong Ho-chung. Photo: Foto Mo and Wood Hong

Hong Kong star Doo Hoi-kem reaches doubles final, loses singles semi-final at WTT event in Oman

Hong Kong’s Doo Hoi-kem (right) and Ng Wing-lam beat China’s top-seeded pair on Friday in the WTT Contender Muscat tournament in Oman. Photo: WTT

Doo Hoi-kem has reached a WTT Tour singles semi-final for the first time in three years. Photo: Getty Images

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World No 1’s ultimate goal is Olympic gold to complete career, intimates he could quit after 2028 Los Angeles Games


World No 1’s ultimate goal is Olympic gold to complete career, intimates he could quit after 2028 Los Angeles Games.


Ryan Choi Chun-yin

Greg Koenig

Cheung Ka-long

Maurizio Zomparelli

Hong Kong fencing star Ryan Choi welcomes ‘exciting and refreshing’ new generation

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World No 1’s ultimate goal is Olympic gold to complete career, intimates he could quit after 2028 Los Angeles Games