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Siobhan Haughey cruised to victory in the women’s 100m freestyle final in Tokyo. Photo: Robert Ng
Asian Games 2026

Dominant Haughey ‘pretty satisfied’ after storming to second Asian Games gold

Hong Kong swimmer takes women’s 100m freestyle title with ease in Tokyo, says parents being able to watch makes her happy.

Asian Games 2026

Developing | Asian Games, day 3: Choi into foil gold medal bout after Lau silver, Leung bronze

Asian Games 2026

Asian Games: Haughey back in action, fencers enter mix, 5 things to know on day 3

Asian Games 2026

Haughey leads by example, inspiring next generation of Hong Kong swim stars

The 28-year-old was in the 200m freestyle final with Gilaine Ma, while Adam Mak and Nicholas Cheung were in men’s 100m breaststroke.

Siobhan Haughey defended her women’s 200m freestyle title with a crushing victory at the Asian Games. Photo: Robert Ng
Siobhan Haughey defended her women’s 200m freestyle title with a crushing victory at the Asian Games. Photo: Robert Ng
Asian Games 2026

Hong Kong athletes enjoy day to remember with 6-medal haul at Asian Games

Success across wushu, triathlon, karate and swimming took the city’s overall tally to eight, with fencers entering the mix tomorrow.

Asian Games 2026

Asian Games: Typhoon Dujuan could force cruise ship housing athletes to set sail

Rowing and equestrian have been postponed due to the expected heavy rain, while table tennis player Zhu Yuling shares a strong wind advisory.

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Asian Games, day 2: Yu takes gold, Haughey defends 200m title, Ho wins silver

China teen Yu Zidi adds second gold in women’s 200m IM, Siobhan Haughey, Ian Ho add to Hong Kong medal haul on Monday.

Siobhan Huaghey eased through her women’s 200m freestyle heat at Tokyo Aquatics Centre on Monday. Photo: Robert Ng
Siobhan Huaghey eased through her women’s 200m freestyle heat at Tokyo Aquatics Centre on Monday. Photo: Robert Ng
Asian Games 2026

Asian Games 200m butterfly gold just the start for Chinese sensation Yu Zidi, 13

After bursting onto international scene last year, Hebei native clinches first regional title on debut appearance, with promise of more ahead.

Asian Games 2026

IOC president impressed by ‘beautiful’ Asian Games shipping container-style huts

Kirsty Coventry admits the cabins are ‘a little tighter’ than similar accommodation at the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics earlier this year.

Asian Games 2026

Hong Kong’s Asian Games silver the surprise on day when results went as expected

Siobhan Haughey leads city to just second 4x100m freestyle silver as Grace Lau wins medal, China win six pool golds, hosts win opening gold.

Grace Lau upgraded her medal in the Asian Games karate competition at the Toyohashi Gymnasium. Photo: Sam Tsang
Asian Games 2026

Asian Games open with sparkling ceremony, message of unity after chaotic build-up

Japan’s royal family and IOC president among those in attendance at a subdued Paloma Mizuho Stadium to watch show created by Yukihiko Tsutsumi.

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The opening ceremony turned attention to the athletes who will be competing over the next fortnight, including the delegation from Hong Kong. Photo: Robert Ng
The opening ceremony turned attention to the athletes who will be competing over the next fortnight, including the delegation from Hong Kong. Photo: Robert Ng
Asian Games 2026

Asian Games: from teen swimmers to titans of tennis, 5 stars set to shine in Japan

Hong Kong cyclist Ceci Lee and triathlete Oscar Coggins carry the hopes of the city and are joined by up-and-coming athletes.

Asian Games 2026

Hong Kong cycling star Leung ready for race of truth in bid for Asian Games gold

City rider expects to shrug off finger injury and go for glory in Japan, while Vincent Lau prepares for potentially his last Games road race.

Asian Games 2026

Postcard from Nagoya: Asian Games opening hour nears, teething problems remain

The opening ceremony takes place on Saturday, but some athletes have already competed and bowed out, and then there are transport issues.

Hong Kong’s Yim Wing-ni (red) in action during a women’s volleyball preliminary match against Qatar. Some events at this year’s Asian Games started days before the opening ceremony, while others are almost over. Photo: Sam Tsang
Asian Games 2026

Chaos, tepid public interest at Asian Games so far but things will heat up when it counts

Hong Kong team among those hit by issues such as housing, but the enlarged multi-sport event will see its share of world-class competition.

A general view of the main stadium, venue for the opening and closing ceremonies and the athletics programme for the Asian Games in Nagoya starting offocially on Saturday. Photo: AP
A general view of the main stadium, venue for the opening and closing ceremonies and the athletics programme for the Asian Games in Nagoya starting offocially on Saturday. Photo: AP
Asian Games 2026

China table tennis stars describe Asian Games cruise ship stay as ‘unique’

Sun Yingsha, Wang Chuqin and Wang Manyu have adapted to living aboard the Costa Serena, but arrangements have descended into chaos for others.

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Hyrox Beijing athlete apologises to China, competitors after soiling herself

Joanna Wietrzyk says she should have stepped off the track at Hyrox Beijing, announces her retroactive withdrawal from race, loss of points.

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Hyrox Beijing athletes get full refund, new rule on hygiene risks comes into force

Athletes finished after women’s elite winner Joanna Wietrzyk on Saturday to get cash back. Australian would have been removed under new rules.

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Hyrox China will refund the cost of entry for those affected by Saturday’s incident in Beijing. Photo: AP
Hyrox China will refund the cost of entry for those affected by Saturday’s incident in Beijing. Photo: AP
Asian Games 2026

Asian Games: when it starts, how to watch, what’s new, where city could win gold

Event officially starts on Saturday, with karate star Grace Lau a potential early medallist before Siobhan Haughey gets into action Monday.

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X Games League to hold first winter draft; Eileen Gu expected to be top pick

Draft follows debut of X Games Summer League, with both events aiming to cement ties with Olympic Games, build on strong audience growth.

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For Phurba Tenjing Sherpa, climbing Everest a way to help others ‘fulfil dreams’

Part of a record-breaking mountaineering family, Phurba says reaching a peak ‘makes me happy’ and now enjoys sharing that joy with others.

Phurba Tenjing Sherpa (right) with elder brother Nima Gyalzen Sherpa at the Hong Kong premiere of the Road To Everest documentary at Sunbean Whampoa Cinema on Sunday. Photo: Edmond So
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Celebrated Everest guide Phurba Tenjing Sherpa fears way of life under threat

The veteran guide has scaled Earth’s highest peak 18 times, but worries global warming and societal change could put an end to climbing.

Phurba Tenjing Sherpa on the top of Mount Everest following one of his many ascents. Photo: Handout
Phurba Tenjing Sherpa on the top of Mount Everest following one of his many ascents. Photo: Handout
Asian Games 2026

From barefoot hockey to Asian Games, India’s Lalremsiami chases golden dream

First Olympian and Asian Games medallist from Mizoram hopes to win gold medal in Japan for her country, build hockey facilities for her state.

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China star Eileen Gu makes safety plea after fans flood slopes seeking pictures

One year after training injury mishap in New Zealand, Olympic freestyle champion posts safety reminder on social media on return to venue.

Asian Games 2026

Asian Games: tiny beds, rooms that leak, is Japan accommodation ‘the worst ever’?

Some countries have been forced to move officials into Airbnb accommodation as others warn of ‘serious shortage’ in Nagoya.

The Asian Games will open in Japan on Saturday. Photo: Reuters
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