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Katie Ledecky’s winning time in Austin, Texas on Wednesday did not threaten her world record. Photo: AFP
Swimming

Katie Ledecky continues ‘ownership’ of 1,500m freestyle with second-fastest swim

The American Olympic champion wins US Pro Swim Series event easily and has now clocked 24 of the top 25 times for that distance.

Triathlon

Hong Kong triathlon coach to lay down key Olympics message, signpost LA route

Beijing Winter Olympics 2022

How Olympians think about success and failure – and what we can learn from them

2026 Olympic Winter Games

Water skiing would ‘make more sense’ than novelty events at Winter Olympics

‘It’s sliding, and it’s ski, right?’ says Johan Eliasch, who says straying too far from Games’ core identity risks weakening their appeal.

The president of the International Ski and Snowboard Federation said water skiing would make more sense than some recent proposals for the Winter Olympics. Photo: AFP
IOC

Greater ambition: how Hong Kong and bay area could host Asian Games, Olympics

The cooperation showcased by the co-hosted National Games has further fuelled calls to launch a bid to welcome the world.

International Swimming League

International Swimming League targets 2026 relaunch after Covid, war disruptions

The league, which featured Hong Kong’s Siobhan Haughey when it was last held in 2021, plans to feature events in North America, Europe, Asia.

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2025 National Games

China can’t rule Olympic cycling until provinces put own agendas aside: coach

National Games prove ‘big frustration’ for China’s coach Benoit Vetu, who says he must start from zero to chase world domination.

Zhong Tianshi (left) and Bao Shanju of China win women’s team sprint gold at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. Photo: EPA-EFE
Fencing

New fencing competition aims to drag ancient Olympic sport into modern era

World Fencing League will use technology to turn the sport’s ultra-fast actions more watchable, will not clash with current calendar.

Hong Kong society

Opinion | Sporting passion of Hongkongers is an inspiration

The enthusiasm of volunteers at the National Games, the energy of the city’s football fans and the dedication of unpaid coaches at the club level are truly impressive.

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Trending in China

China Olympic champion plans to shed 25kg upon retirement before pursuing marriage

‘Masculine’ shot putter who has faced taunts about her looks during star-studded career says she is a ‘little girl’ in her heart.

Chinese Olympic champion Gong Lijiao hopes to lose 25kg to improve her appearance and find love as she plans for her retirement. Photo: SCMP composite/Xinhua/ifeng
IOC

Majority of Berlin residents against bid to host Olympic Games, survey finds

German Olympics body plans to decide next year which city or region will bid for 2036 – for which Hong Kong might bid – 2040 or 2044 Games.

The Olympic rings hanging from the Olympic Stadium in Berlin. About two-thirds of residents are against a bid to host the Games. Photo: dpa
Turkey

Opinion | Hong Kong and Greater Bay Area must seize chance to bid for 2036 Olympics

With the IOC having paused the bidding process, it is a good time to investigate the feasibility of hosting the event and to align stakeholders.

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Art

Profile | Why is Cai Guo-qiang such a famous artist, and why is he so controversial?

The Chinese artist, known for setting his gunpowder art alight, has stunned many with his work but has also drawn criticism over the years.

IOC

Fears over crocs, tides allayed as Australian river approved for 2032 Olympics

Queensland senator says Fitzroy River is a ‘great place’ for Jesus Christ to come back to ‘because it’s flat enough to walk on’.

Fitzroy River, in the Queensland city of Rockhampton, is the proposed venue for the rowing events at the 2032 Brisbane Olympics. Photo: Shutterstock Images
Fame and celebrity

Who is Mondo Duplantis, serial pole vault world record breaker?

At the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo in September, the Swede, who is still coached by his parents, set his 14th world record in the sport.

Two-time Olympic gold-medallist Armand “Mondo” Duplantis with his fiancée, Desiré Inglander. Photos: @mondo_duplantis, @desireinglander/Instagram
Alibaba

Alibaba Cloud inks landmark multi-year collaboration with NBA China

‘It is an exciting time at the intersection of sports and technology,’ Alibaba chairman and Brooklyn Nets owner Joe Tsai says.

Greater Bay Area

Opinion | Greater Bay Area can unite and inspire residents with 2036 Olympic bid

Hosting the games will allow the region’s cities to show global leadership while forging stronger, healthier cross-border connections.

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Hong Kong

Can Hong Kong make rope skipping an Olympic sport?

Led by Instagram star Cheung Pak-hung and Red Bull athlete Timothy Ho, Hong Kong’s rope skippers are chasing world records — and Olympic recognition.

Chloe Yuen Hiu-tung, Cheung Pak-hung and Timothy Ho Chu-ting train together in Happy Valley, Hong Kong. Photo: Jocelyn Tam
Fencing

How Enzo Lefort got over losing to Hong Kong’s Cheung Ka-long in home Olympics

The French Olympic and world champion is a man of many other talents who says he ‘always sees my glass as half full’.

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Why the Greater Bay Area should host the 2036 Olympics

With most of the infrastructure required already in place, resources can go towards enhancing the experience for athletes and spectators.

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Boxing

‘It belongs to you’: S Korean boxer ‘returns’ 1988 Olympic gold medal to Jones Jnr

Park Si-hun travels to Jones’ ranch in Pensacola, Florida, to give him medal from fight most observers believe the American won.

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South Korea’s Park Si-hun (left) delivers a left jab to Roy Jones Jnr of the US during their fight at the 1988 Olympics in Seoul, South Korea. Photo: AP
Hong Kong sports

Editorial | World Games a chance for lesser-known sports to shine

Featuring events not included in the Olympics, the games are an opportunity to attract new fans and increase international engagement.

Actors perform before the women’s Group A preliminary floorball round between Thailand and Sweden at the World Games in Chengdu, Sichuan province on August 6. Photo: Xinhua
HSBC SVNS Series

Does rugby sevens’ future lie in franchise teams? 2026 launch may reveal answer

Tom Burwell, a former executive director of Emirates Dubai 7s, is driving a professional tournament based on clubs, not nations.

IOC

‘New milestone’: 2022 World Cup host Qatar bids to stage 2036 Olympics

If selected, the wealthy Gulf state would become the first country in the Middle East and North Africa to hold the four-yearly Games.

Hong Kong sports

Opinion | Hong Kong should seek Olympic gold with a bid for 2036 Summer Games

With strong backing from the mainland, the city has a good chance to host the event and boost its global profile in the process.

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Olympic gold medallist Vivian Kong Man-wai meets the press at Hong Kong International Airport on returning from the Paris Summer Olympics, on August 1, 2024. Photo: Elson Li
IOC

2032 Brisbane Olympics: US$2.25 billion funding confirmed for Games venues

Organisers welcome ‘significant shift in forward momentum’ as decision clears way for building to begin.

Brisbane is to host the Olympics in 2032. Photo: Reuters
Wellness

He was one of the world’s most successful surfers. Then came a brain tumour

Jeremy Flores was diagnosed with a brain tumour in his early 30s. Many surgeons considered it inoperable. Yet Olympic glory was to follow.

IOC

Olympic great Simone Biles enjoys Hong Kong visit, shares snaps on Instagram

US gymnast took part in the UBS Asian Investment Conference, inspiring 600 young athletes.

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