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Hong Kong has a long history of athletics, with records dating back to the early days of the city's founding. Over the past century, Hong Kong has produced countless elite athletes in track and field, and has also attracted many world-class athletes from China and abroad to visit and leave their mark on Hong Kong's athletics records. This period of Hong Kong's sports development is like a microcosm of Hong Kong's history, evolving from a barren fishing village into today's international metropolis.
Although the career of a track and field athlete is short, it does not mean that they should fade out of the sports arena after retirement. Senior athletes continue to pass on their wealth of experience as coaches to the next generation. Hong Kong's athletes, coaches, athletics staff, athletics association, and various sports organizations have always upheld the belief of "lighting a lamp with a single breath" to pass on the flame of athletics in Hong Kong. Today, Hong Kong's athletics sports industry has long been renowned internationally, and has had a great impact, thanks to this group of "athletics souls".
- AuthorSimon Yeung Sai-mo, Pang Chung
- PublisherThe Commercial Press
- Publication Date2022
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""The Footprints of the Hong Kong Marathon"" narrates the transformation of long-distance running in Hong Kong from a niche activity to a thriving sport. Initially, a small group of enthusiasts ran a few miles, but with the introduction of Western sports concepts and the establishment of organizations such as the South China Athletic Association and the Hong Kong Amateur Athletic Association, the running scene expanded. Various competitions emerged, including the New Year's Day long-distance run, Lion Rock climb, around-the-island relay, and the lively Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon. These races not only brought joy to runners but also showcased Hong Kong's urban planning, transportation development, and vibrant livelihood market conditions. By exploring different race routes throughout history, the book provides insights into the city's evolution and captures the spirit of long-distance running in Hong Kong.
- AuthorYang Shimu, Peng Chong
- PublisherThe Commercial Press
- Publication Date2017