Hong Kong Swimmer Chan Yui-lin Wins Bronze in Women's S14 100m Backstroke at Asian Para Games
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Summary
Hong Kong swimmer Chan Yui-lin claimed the bronze medal in the women's S14 100m backstroke at the Asian Para Games on Tuesday. The 26-year-old finished with a time of 1 minute 10.96 seconds, securing third place behind two Japanese competitors who dominated the event. Chan's podium finish marks another achievement for Hong Kong's para-swimming programme and will earn her a financial reward of HK$62,500 under the Jockey Club Outstanding Athlete Award Incentive Scheme.
Key Points
- Chan Yui-lin finished third in the women's S14 100m backstroke final with a time of 1:10.96
- She qualified for the final in third place overall and maintained her position throughout the race
- Two Japanese swimmers claimed gold and silver medals in the event
- Hong Kong teammates Zhang Keying and Liu Xiaoyi also reached the final, finishing sixth and eighth respectively
- Chan earns HK$62,500 under the Jockey Club Outstanding Athlete Award Incentive Scheme for the bronze medal
Why It Matters
The bronze medal continues Hong Kong's strong tradition in para-sports at international multi-games events. This achievement demonstrates the continued investment in para-athletics development yielding competitive results, while the financial incentive scheme provides meaningful recognition and support for athletes representing Hong Kong on the world stage.
The bronze medal continues Hong Kong's strong tradition in para-sports at international multi-games events. This achievement demonstrates the continued investment in para-athletics development yielding competitive results, while the financial incentive scheme provides meaningful recognition and support for athletes representing Hong Kong on the world stage.