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(江旻憓)

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Vivian Kong Man-wai
江旻憓
Vivian Kong Man-wai is Hong Kong's leading woman fencer. She competed in the épée event at the 2016 Summer Olympics, and in January 2019, she became the first Hong Kong fencer to win a World Cup title in Havana, Cuba. She made history at the 2024 Paris Olympics when she won Hong Kong’s third-ever Olympic gold medal.
Born
8 Feb 1994
Industry
Sport
Job Title
Fencer, Olympian
Vivian Kong will take office as a legislator on January 1. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong society

The politicians, athletes, everyday people who made headlines in Hong Kong in 2025

From Regina IP and Vivian Kong to Jimmy Lai and Ryan Choi, the Post looks at the headline makers of 2025.

Hong Kong politics

Incoming Hong Kong lawmaker Vivian Kong to shift to Jockey Club consultant role

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Legislative Council election 2025

Hong Kong’s new legislature to be youngest in 2 decades, averaging 51 years old

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Legislative Council election 2025

Tackling aftermath of deadly Hong Kong blaze among first tasks for new lawmakers

Election turnout rate of 31.9 per cent slightly higher than in 2021, with city leader saying poll will have profound impact on reforms after Tai Po fire.

Winners and their supporters pose for pictures in the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai on Monday. Photo: Sam Tsang
Legislative Council election 2025

Last-ditch effort to get Hongkongers to vote in Legco poll, but turnout uncertain

City leader John Lee calls for refocus on reform and recovery, as analysts say city’s worst fire in decades would play decisive role in turnout rate.

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Cheung Ka-long

The rise of fencing, a Hong Kong sport obsession – an infographic

Explore fencing - once a niche sport in Hong Kong, but now more popular because of gold-winning performances.

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Legislative Council election 2025

Olympian Vivian Kong parries jabs with ‘fighting spirit’ in Hong Kong poll race

But rival Legco contender Ma Yat-chiu emphasises experience and says industry needs representative with deep knowledge.

Olympic gold medallist Vivian Kong brought her fighting spirit to the forum. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong politics

As I see it | Hong Kong needs a new breed of lawmaker to steer its future course

Legislators must combine an international perspective with an understanding of the city’s social and political realities.

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Legislative Council election 2025

Vivian Kong’s bid, lawmaker pullout: what to know about Hong Kong Legco election

From Olympic gold medallist running for office to the departure of the old guard, the 2025 election is a change of pace from past polls.

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Hong Kong politics

All 161 hopefuls get nod to run in Hong Kong Legco poll with forums set to start

Beijing calls candidates ‘outstanding talent’ as chief secretary urges them to seize opportunity to ‘demonstrate their vision’.

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Banners for election candidates along King’s Road in Tai Koo. Photo: Sam Tsang
Legislative Council election 2025

Fewer registered professionals, more councillors contesting Hong Kong Legco poll

Post check of declared occupations found that 28 per cent of candidates are professionals, a 10 percentage point decrease over the last poll.

The Legislative Council election nomination period closed on Thursday. Photo: Jelly Tse
SCMP Highlights

US singer unknowingly marries sultan, HKU ranks first in Asia: 7 highlights

From Vivian Kong’s Legco bid to the University of Hong Kong ranking first in Asia, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.

Legislative Council election 2025

Hong Kong Olympian Vivian Kong cites ‘racing tourism’ work in Legco bid scrutiny

Returning officer for tourism constituency asked fencing star to elaborate on her personal experience and qualifications within sector.

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Legislative Council election 2025

Hong Kong Olympian Vivian Kong declares Legco bid, to give up Canadian passport

Gold medal-winning fencer vows to ‘bring honour to Hong Kong’ as she announces bid for tourism constituency in Legco election.

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Hong Kong Olympic gold medallist Vivian Kong (centre) has declared her bid to run for the tourism constituency in the Legislative Council election. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong society

My Take | National Games are just the start, not finishing line, of sporting ambitions

Much-awaited events are a defining moment in the city’s post-pandemic recovery, but complete transformation of its sports scene will require better coaching, facilities and support for athletes.

Hong Kong’s Yuen Ting-chi (left) and Au-yeung Wai Yan (right) embrace on the first day of the 15th National Games Women’s Volleyball Match at the Victoria Park. Photo: Elson Li
Legislative Council election 2025

Hong Kong fencer Vivian Kong ‘suspends Jockey Club duties to run for Legco’

Source says the 31-year-old Olympic gold medallist made the move on Saturday.

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Hong Kong politics

Encourage employees to vote in Hong Kong’s coming Legco election: John Lee

At launch ceremony, city leader says it is part of employers’ social responsibility to support and encourage residents to vote.

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2025 National Games

Hong Kong fencer Hsieh hopes to launch another ‘rare’ season at National Games

City’s leading épéeist ends previous season with world No 4 ranking but wants to do better in the coming one, while enjoying the moment.

Kaylin Hsieh winning her first gold medal on the fencing tour by beating Nelli Differt of Estonia at the Doha Grand Prix in January. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong courts

Husband of former Miss Hong Kong runner-up cleared of assault charge

Vivian Lee fails to convince court that her husband, businessman Johnson Chan, choked her and threatened her with knife during fight at their home.

Hong Kong sports

Hong Kong signs up 16,000 volunteers to help at National Games

Tourism minister Rosanna Law urges the helpers to show the city’s hospitality at its best.

Hong Kong courts

Former Miss Hong Kong runner-up accuses husband of threatening her at knifepoint

Vivian Lee Ming-wai claims assault by husband Johnson Chan amid an ongoing legal dispute over his family’s assets.

Former Miss Hong Kong runner-up Vivian Lee, arrives at Eastern Court. Photo: May Tse
Fencing

Hong Kong marks 75 days until National Games with Cheung Ka-long fencing display

Two-time Olympic champion beats Enzo Lefort in exhibition at Palace Museum as countdown continues.

Cheung Ka-long (right) takes on Enzo Lefort at Hong Kong Palace Museum on Tuesday. Photo: Sam Tsang
2025 National Games

Olympic fencing champ Cheung Ka-long to face Paris Games rematch in Hong Kong

The event later this month, held to celebrate city’s co-hosting of National Games, will also feature former Olympic champion Zhong Man.

Hong Kong society

Editorial | New fencing star Ryan Choi gives Hong Kong a victory to savour

City’s first fencing world champion nearly gave up after setbacks. His win underscores need to persevere as Hong Kong builds on sporting success.

Hong Kong society

Chinese naval officers praise Hong Kong visitors – and feeling is mutual

PLA Navy major says residents visiting warships were hospitable while guests were ‘buzzing with excitement’ and awed by size of aircraft carrier.

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Crew members perform for visitors on the deck of the aircraft carrier Shandong in Hong Kong. Photo: Xinhua
Hong Kong society

Medical excellence to Olympic glory: Hong Kong honours outstanding contributions

Former Hospital Authority chairman John Leong and gold medal fencer Vivian Kong among 427 people recognised in honours list.

Former Hospital Authority chairman John Leong has been recognised with the top-tier Grand Bauhinia Medal, the city’s highest honour. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Volleyball

China’s women target volleyball world No 1 spot after taking Japan scalp

Middle blocker Wang Yuanyuan says her team need to ‘attack every one’ of the best sides in the game after 3-1 win at Kai Tak.

Hong Kong national security law

Focus on how to improve Hong Kong, fencing star Vivian Kong tells youngsters

Olympic gold medallist tells national security forum more understanding of identity needed and she wants to ‘learn more’ about China.

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