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South China Morning Post
3 days ago
- South China Morning Post
Hong Kong police arrest man for allegedly stealing HK$7,500 from beach campers
Police have arrested a man who allegedly stole about HK$7,500 (US$955) in cash from a camping tent at a Hong Kong beach before he was hit by a BMW car while trying to flee the scene. The force said that the money was allegedly taken from the handbags of two women who were camping with their friends at Golden Beach in Tuen Mun on Sunday night. The suspect dropped some of the money before he was knocked down by the car near the Gold Coast Yacht and Country Club at about 8pm. The suspect, a 42-year-old Vietnamese man with a recognisance form, was arrested on suspicion of theft. He complained of pain in his head, hands and legs, and was taken to Tuen Mun Hospital. The man was being held for questioning as of Monday. The bags belonged to a 43-year-old woman, surnamed Fu, and her 22-year-old friend. The older woman ended up losing HK$4,000, while the other did not incur any losses.
The Star
6 days ago
- Sport
- The Star
An hour swimming class with China sports star auctioned for US$14,000 for charity
A one-hour swimming class with top Chinese athlete Fu Yuanhui has been auctioned for 100,001 yuan (US$14,000), with the proceeds donated to a local charity. The auction, which garnered significant attention on mainland China's social media, took place on June 18 on a leading platform, according to Elephant News. Zhejiang Ruoque Group, a hi-tech firm based in Hangzhou, secured the winning bid after 19 rounds of competitive bidding for the exclusive package, which includes a one-hour swimming lesson taught by Fu, as well as meet-and-greet activities like group photos and her autograph on souvenirs. At 29, Fu is an elite swimming star who enjoys immense popularity in China. She gained widespread fame in 2016 for her naturally animated and expressive demeanour during an interview with state media at the London Olympics. After competing in the 100m backstroke semi-final, Fu was informed by a reporter of her impressive score, which astonished her, as it was the best result she had achieved. 'Did I swim that fast? I am quite satisfied,' Fu exclaimed. When asked if she hoped to swim faster in the next day's final competition, Fu responded, 'No. I am satisfied with my current score.' When the reporter inquired if she had held back in the semi-final, she famously replied, 'No, I have used all my prehistoric powers to swim.' Fu ultimately claimed third place in the final of the 100m backstroke at the London Olympics and is currently China's female record holder for that event. Her expressive reaction quickly went viral online, inspiring a wave of memes, while her candid and humorous personality won her immense public support. Though Fu retired from competitive sports years ago, she graduated last year from Beijing Sport University with a master's degree and was hired by the prestigious Zhejiang University as a sports instructor. 'It is a rare opportunity and a meaningful experience to be taught by Teacher Fu Yuanhui, the swimming champion,' said the boss of Zhejiang Ruoque Group, who remains unnamed in the report. He plans to allow some of his employees and clients to enrol their children in the special class with Fu. According to the auction advertisement, the swimming class will accommodate no more than seven attendees, aged between 6 and 12, who must have some basic swimming skills. The class is scheduled for July 2 at a sports centre in Hangzhou. 'With summer holiday approaching, we hope this special swimming class will benefit our staff and clients,' the company's boss stated. 'We hope these children can be inspired to love sports and bravely pursue their dreams.' The auction proceeds will be donated to the Zhejiang Provincial Love Fund, a charity organisation managed by the provincial civil affairs authority. 'Thumbs up to this company and Fu Yuanhui for their philanthropic efforts,' remarked one online observer. Conversely, another commenter questioned: 'What can children learn from just one class?' - SOUTH CHINA MORNING POST
Mint
7 days ago
- Sport
- Mint
Exclusive one-hour swimming lesson with London Olympics star, including meet-and-greet, to cost $14,000
A one-hour swimming lesson with famous Chinese swimmer Fu Yuanhui was sold at an online auction for $14,000. The money will go to a local charity. The auction, held on June 18, became very popular on Chinese social media. A tech company from Hangzhou won the bid after 19 roundswith all money going to charity. The class will allow up to seven children, aged 6 to 12, who already know basic swimming. The package includes a swimming class with Fu, a meet-and-greet, group photos and autographed souvenirs, according to the South China Morning Post. Fu, 29, became well known in 2016 after a lively and honest interview at the London Olympics. She remains one of China's most loved sports stars, especially for her cheerful personality. After finishing the 100m backstroke semi-final, Chinese swimmer Fu was surprised to hear her score. It was her best ever. 'Did I swim that fast? I'm quite satisfied,' she said. When asked if she would try to swim faster in the final, Fu replied, 'No. I'm happy with this score.' She became famous for saying, 'I used all my prehistoric powers to swim.' Fu won the bronze medal in the final at the London Olympics and still holds the Chinese record in the event. Her honest and funny reaction went viral, with many memes created. People across China loved her natural and cheerful attitude. The retired Chinese swimming star will teach a special class for children on July 2 in Hangzhou. Though she left competitive sports, Fu recently earned her master's degree from Beijing Sport University and now works as a sports instructor at Zhejiang University. The company hopes it will inspire kids to enjoy sports and follow their dreams. The donation will support the Zhejiang Provincial Love Fund. Brooklyn Nets star D'Angelo Russell recently visited China to promote his new shoe, the DLO 1, and fans turned up in huge numbers. During his Beijing stop on May 20, basketball lovers paid around $320 for a meet-and-greet experience at a busy mall. Fans got selfies, autographs and even a chance to ask Russell questions during a live podcast. While many were excited, some online users felt the price was too high, calling it 'daylight robbery'. Still, the massive turnout proved how popular Russell is in China. Even he seemed surprised by how warmly fans welcomed him during the tour.
RTHK
26-06-2025
- Sport
- RTHK
Marco Fu storms back to qualify for British Open
Marco Fu storms back to qualify for British Open Marco Fu booked his place in Cheltenham with another impressive comeback win in the qualifiers. Photo courtesy of World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association Snooker star Marco Fu on Wednesday staged another impressive comeback win in Leicester, as he maintained his dominant start to the season with a come-from-behind victory over six-time ranking event winner Stephen Maguire. Fu erased a three-frame deficit to defeat Maguire 4-3 en route to punching a ticket for the British Open, set to be held in Cheltenham in September. It was a one-sided affair in the opening stages as Maguire made breaks of 78, 54 and 51 to take commanding 3-0 lead. With his back against the wall, Fu stormed back in dominant fashion by taking four frames in a row with runs of 140, 81, 104 and 54. His 140 in the fourth frame is the highest break of the event so far. The victory comes a day after the three-time snooker ranking event winner secured his place in the Wuhan Open, after overcoming world number 16 Chris Wakelin. The 47-year-old will be the only SAR player to feature in the ranking tournament in Wuhan, set for August 24 to 30.
RTHK
25-06-2025
- Sport
- RTHK
Snooker legend Marco Fu secures Wuhan Open ticket
Snooker legend Marco Fu secures Wuhan Open ticket Marco Fu staged an impressive victory over Britain's Chris Wakelin to punch his round of 64 ticket. Photo courtesy of World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association Three-time snooker ranking event champion Marco Fu will be the only SAR player to feature in the Wuhan Open in August, after securing a comeback victory in the qualifying round in Leicester on Tuesday. Fellow Hong Kong stars Ng On-yee and Cheung Ka-wai were both knocked out in the qualifiers, which were held over three days at Mattioli Arena. Meanwhile some of the world's best players – including Judd Trump, Ronnie O'Sullivan, and reigning world champion Zhao Xintong – will begin their round of 128 in Wuhan. Fu, who reached the last 32 of the tournament last year, took on world number 16 Chris Wakelin on the final day of qualifiers in Leicester. Local favourite Wakelin went 2-0 up in the best-of-nine affair, before Fu replied with breaks of 120, 68 and 136 to move 3-2 ahead. After the Briton restored parity with a run of 59, Fu responded with his third century of 113 to close out the win in convincing fashion. Three-time women's champion Ng, on the other hand, fell 5-3 to China's Lei Peifan, while Cheung was unable to overcome Britain's David Gilbert in a 5-1 defeat. The main tournament is scheduled for August 24 to 30.
