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Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu on Sunday expressed his heartfelt congratulations to fencer Vivian Kong Man-wai and her coach on winning the first medal at the Paris Olympics for Hong Kong.
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Kong won the gold medal in the Women's Épée Individual event on Day One of the Paris Olympics.
"She has earned the well-deserved gold medal," Lee said. "She has once again made history for Hong Kong fencing and proved the extraordinary capabilities of Hong Kong athletes, making all Hong Kong people proud."
The city leader wishes the Hong Kong team will continue to achieve remarkable results in other events.
Kevin Yeung Yun-hung, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, also extended his congratulations to Kong.
"Witnessing the triumphant moment firsthand, I am both touched and delighted by her performance and demeanour as a great athlete," Yeung said as he shared the joy of winning with Vivian Kong and her team in Paris.
