Get ready, Hong Kong! 🎉 A star-studded delegation of Chinese mainland Olympians will arrive August 29-31 to celebrate their historic Paris 2024 achievements. The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government confirmed the visit, promising three days of inspiration and sports magic.
What's Happening?
From electrifying gymnastics demos at Queen Elizabeth Stadium to splashy swimming showcases at Victoria Park Pool, fans can catch their heroes in action. The athletes will also share behind-the-scenes stories at a Gala Show and mentor young talents at the Hong Kong Sports Institute. 🤸♀️🏊♂️
Why This Matters
HKSAR Chief Executive John Lee called the visit a 'heartwarming tradition' that strengthens national pride: \"Seeing our champions persevere inspires all of us – especially youth – to dream bigger.\" This year's team made history with China's best overseas Olympic performance since 1984! 🥇
With over 40 years of cross-border sporting exchanges, these visits have become cultural milestones. As Lee put it: \"Every jump, sprint, and victory cheer reminds Hong Kong residents we're one big family.\" 👨👩👧👦
Reference(s):
cgtn.com