Zhejiang's Kuang Yang secured the gold medal in the National Games golf event, completing a wire-to-wire victory at the Hong Kong Golf Club in Fanling. Despite nursing an injury in the days leading up to the competition, Kuang demonstrated remarkable consistency and skill, outperforming some of China's top golfers.
Kuang's victory was a testament to his resilience and determination. He maintained his lead throughout the tournament, showcasing composure under pressure. His performance was particularly impressive considering the challenges he faced with his injury. Eager to turn professional, this win marks a significant milestone in Kuang's career.
While Kuang celebrated his individual success, the Hong Kong team faced disappointment in their quest for a medal. Despite starting the final day in a promising position, the men's team, composed of Matthew Cheung, Taichi Kho, Jason Hak, and Jeffrey Shen, finished fourth. A combined level-par performance in the final round left them at 25 under, trailing behind Shaanxi in third place and Shanghai, who took the lead at 36 under.
The Hong Kong women's team also faced challenges, finishing seventh with a score of 13 under. Guangdong dominated the women's team event, finishing with an impressive 45 under.
Despite the Hong Kong team's near miss in golf, Hong Kong athletes have had a successful National Games, securing multiple medals across various sports. The Hong Kong, China Delegation has so far won multiple gold, silver and bronze medals in sailing, cycling, tennis, swimming and rugby. Cyclists Lee Sze-wing and Leung Wing-yee won the championship title in the women's Madison event, bringing the city's gold medal tally to six. Hong Kong's triathletes also secured a silver medal in the mixed relay event. The Hong Kong men's rugby sevens team won gold.
These accomplishments highlight the dedication and talent of Hong Kong athletes on the national stage. The 15th National Games, co-hosted by Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao, features competition events for 34 sports and mass participation events for 23 sports. The Games serve as a platform for athletes from different provinces, municipalities, and special administrative regions to compete for top honors.
