CE congratulates Chan Yui-lam on winning first medal at Paris Paralympics for Hong Kong

     Hong Kong swimming athlete Chan Yui-lam today (August 29, Paris Time) won the silver medal in the Women's 100m Butterfly S14 at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games. It is the first medal of Hong Kong, China at these Paralympic Games. The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, expressed his heartfelt congratulations to Chan Yui-lam and her coaches.
      
     "Chan Yui-lam spared no effort and showed her great perseverance in the competition. Her silver medal is well-deserved, showcasing the extraordinary capabilities of Hong Kong athletes with disabilities. All Hong Kong people and I are thrilled and proud of her.
          
     "I wish the Hong Kong, China Delegation will continue to achieve remarkable results in other events and unleash their potential to win honour for Hong Kong," Mr Lee said.
        
     Chan Yui-lam has achieved outstanding performance in recent years. She won gold medals in Women's 100m Butterfly S14 and Women's 100m Backstroke S14 at the 4th Asian Para Games Hangzhou.