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- A group of pupils at French International School is swimming 2.4km to show their teacher she is not alone as her son battles a life-threatening disease
Calum Gregor’s dedication to sailing was never in doubt, born into a family of seamen and a grandfather who competed at the top of the sport.
Calum Gregor’s dedication to sailing was never in doubt, born into a family of seamen and a grandfather who competed at the top of the sport.
Government’s hands-off approach allows some sports groups to cash-in on pool reservations, leaves others high and dry, according to watchdog report.
Government’s hands-off approach allows some sports groups to cash-in on pool reservations, leaves others high and dry, according to watchdog report.
Karlis Bardelis completes his epic journey but says it was never about the finish line and is energised for more adventures.
Karlis Bardelis completes his epic journey but says it was never about the finish line and is energised for more adventures.
Kirra Cameron breaks four Asian powerlifting records at her first competition, but is now focused on rowing and hoping for a ‘good future’ in the sport.
Kirra Cameron breaks four Asian powerlifting records at her first competition, but is now focused on rowing and hoping for a ‘good future’ in the sport.
New Zealander’s resume is incredible for its breadth of achievements as few other sailors are at the top of such varied disciplines from the Olympics to offshore sailing.
New Zealander’s resume is incredible for its breadth of achievements as few other sailors are at the top of such varied disciplines from the Olympics to offshore sailing.
Hong Kong-based Spaniard selected for Youth America’s Cup team loves learning to manage variables, no matter if they are controllable or not.
Hong Kong-based Spaniard selected for Youth America’s Cup team loves learning to manage variables, no matter if they are controllable or not.
Nicolai Jacobsen, winner of the WASZP European Championship at just 16 years old, says his long-term goal is the senior America’s Cup.
Nicolai Jacobsen, winner of the WASZP European Championship at just 16 years old, says his long-term goal is the senior America’s Cup.
In 2000, Marco Amoretti floated for 119 days from the Canary Islands to the Caribbean as his father died of cancer.
In 2000, Marco Amoretti floated for 119 days from the Canary Islands to the Caribbean as his father died of cancer.
Crew is so tired they cannot even make drinking water, as they take about four days off the existing record set in 2018.
Crew is so tired they cannot even make drinking water, as they take about four days off the existing record set in 2018.
The virus, which started in Wuhan, has caused a number of major events, including the Hong Kong Marathon, to be cancelled or postponed
The virus, which started in Wuhan, has caused a number of major events, including the Hong Kong Marathon, to be cancelled or postponed
Ng Kong-wan expected marathon row in Hong Kong waters to be a breeze, but was in for a nasty surprise as he faced turbulent waters and currents
Ng Kong-wan expected marathon row in Hong Kong waters to be a breeze, but was in for a nasty surprise as he faced turbulent waters and currents
Six men are embarking on a human-powered crossing of the hazardous Drake Passage, notorious for its bipolar conditions, from lake-like to high seas in moments.
Six men are embarking on a human-powered crossing of the hazardous Drake Passage, notorious for its bipolar conditions, from lake-like to high seas in moments.
The New Zealander’s first overseas race was the world championship in France this year, which she won.
The New Zealander’s first overseas race was the world championship in France this year, which she won.
Fong, 39, who competed in the 2000 Sydney Olympics, raised more than HK$7 million for charity that provides clean water in developing countries.
Fong, 39, who competed in the 2000 Sydney Olympics, raised more than HK$7 million for charity that provides clean water in developing countries.
Hong Kong Water Sports Council vice-chairman Mike Tanner says he expects the Home Affairs Bureau to grant the tenancy within the next few months for centre that will cater to flat-water sports such as dragon boating, rowing, canoeing and life-saving.
Hong Kong Water Sports Council vice-chairman Mike Tanner says he expects the Home Affairs Bureau to grant the tenancy within the next few months for centre that will cater to flat-water sports such as dragon boating, rowing, canoeing and life-saving.
Skippers David Witt and Giovanni Soldini might be competitors this week, but the call of the sea is common to them both.
Skippers David Witt and Giovanni Soldini might be competitors this week, but the call of the sea is common to them both.
Make sure you get a bag that suits, where its one you need to stuff in your kayak, or carry on your back as you explore
Make sure you get a bag that suits, where its one you need to stuff in your kayak, or carry on your back as you explore
Based in Hong Kong with his career extending before him, Ewan Bell does not have to think too long when choosing between adventure and security
Based in Hong Kong with his career extending before him, Ewan Bell does not have to think too long when choosing between adventure and security
Joachim Isler and Andrew Taylor look forward to the self-reliance needed at sea as they prepare for a ‘hidden gem’ of a sailing race.
Joachim Isler and Andrew Taylor look forward to the self-reliance needed at sea as they prepare for a ‘hidden gem’ of a sailing race.
Antonio de la Rosa paddled 4,023km with the help of wind and currents, to claim the world first.
Antonio de la Rosa paddled 4,023km with the help of wind and currents, to claim the world first.
Mayank Vaid is determined to earn a number as he runs, swims and cycles from London to Paris.
Mayank Vaid is determined to earn a number as he runs, swims and cycles from London to Paris.
Swimrun is different from aquathlons as there are multiple transitions and no changing of kit, so it is extra challenging.
Swimrun is different from aquathlons as there are multiple transitions and no changing of kit, so it is extra challenging.
Disaster sparked the largest peacetime rescue in UK history and changed sailing forever
Disaster sparked the largest peacetime rescue in UK history and changed sailing forever
There is a wealth of books dedicated to ocean-going adventurers and here are some you should bury your nose in to inspire your next expedition.
There is a wealth of books dedicated to ocean-going adventurers and here are some you should bury your nose in to inspire your next expedition.
A lifelong passion for white water has seen Winn become central to the conservation effort in China and he is effecting real change in policy
A lifelong passion for white water has seen Winn become central to the conservation effort in China and he is effecting real change in policy
Incredible races from Hong Kong to the rest of Southeast Asia and events in Australia too
Incredible races from Hong Kong to the rest of Southeast Asia and events in Australia too
Hong Kong’s main race, the Stanley International Dragon Boat Championships, sees big rise in number of mixed-gender teams taking part.
Hong Kong’s main race, the Stanley International Dragon Boat Championships, sees big rise in number of mixed-gender teams taking part.
Philippe Grelon passed on his passion for sailing to his family, especially his youngest son, Cosmas. He took lessons aged 12, and started representing Hong Kong in competitions. Now they compete together.
Philippe Grelon passed on his passion for sailing to his family, especially his youngest son, Cosmas. He took lessons aged 12, and started representing Hong Kong in competitions. Now they compete together.