Gold medal-winning Hong Kong épéeist Vivian Kong Man-wai is expanding her horizons beyond the fencing arena to promote youth and sports development in the city. The 30-year-old athlete has recently announced her decision to take a break from competitive fencing after the Paris Games to pursue a new career path.
According to sources, Kong will be joining the Hong Kong Jockey Club’s external affairs department to play a key role in promoting the development of young people and sports in the community. In addition to her responsibilities in youth and sports development, she will also be involved in various charity initiatives as part of her new role.
Starting August 11, Kong will assume the position of assistant external affairs manager at the Hong Kong Jockey Club, where she will support the work of the Executive Director of the Corporate Affairs Office. This new role will allow her to leverage her expertise and passion for sports to make a positive impact on the community.
Known for her impressive achievements in fencing, Kong is a three-time Asian champion and the first Hong Kong fencer to achieve the number one ranking in the world. Her dedication to the sport has not only brought her personal success but has also inspired many young athletes in Hong Kong.
In addition to her sporting achievements, Kong has also made headlines for her academic pursuits. Recently, her master’s thesis on local politics was made public, where she expressed her views on Beijing’s “patriots-only” electoral system overhaul in Hong Kong. According to Kong, these changes have helped steer the city in the right direction following the events of the 2019 anti-government protests.
As Vivian Kong embarks on this new chapter in her career, she brings with her a wealth of experience, passion, and dedication to youth and sports development. Her involvement with the Hong Kong Jockey Club’s external affairs department is expected to have a positive impact on the community and further promote the importance of sports in the lives of young people.
With her unique blend of sporting prowess and academic insight, Vivian Kong is set to make a lasting contribution to the promotion of youth and sports in Hong Kong. Stay tuned for more updates on her upcoming initiatives and the impact she will have on the community.