SHA congratulates HK athletes on winning bronze medals at 11th National Games
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     The Secretary for Home Affairs, Mr Tsang Tak-sing, congratulated Alex John Hunter and Daniel Lee Chi-wo on winning a bronze medal each in the men's BMX cycling event and triathlon respectively in the 11th National Games being held in Shandong today (October 15).

     These are the first medals won by Hong Kong athletes taking part in the 11th National Games.

     Mr Tsang said, "Mr Hunter and Mr Lee have fully demonstrated their talents and perseverance in sports. Their outstanding performances definitely encourage other Hong Kong athletes to do their best in the rest of the Games."

     He also wished other athletes representing Hong Kong in the National Games every success in their upcoming events.

Ends/Thursday, October 15, 2009
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Alex John Hunter, a cycling team member of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region's delegation to the 11th National Games of the People's Republic of China, won the first bronze medal in the men's BMX cycling event held in Shandong today (October 15). Photo shows Hunter (middle in red top) during the race.

Photo shows Alex John Hunter (right) with the gold and silver medal winners.