Siobhan Haughey grabs second silver
Siobhan Haughey becomes the first Hong Kong athlete to clinch two medals at the same Olympic Games. (Courtesy of Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China)
Chief Executive Carrie Lam (first row, third left) cheers for Hong Kong swimmer Siobhan Haughey as she watches the Women’s 100m Freestyle competition through a live TV broadcast.
Chief Executive Carrie Lam today acclaimed Hong Kong swimmer Siobhan Haughey for winning another Olympic silver in the Women’s 100m Freestyle event.
Together with the second place in the Women’s 200m Freestyle, she has nabbed two silver medals for Hong Kong at the Toyko Olympics.
She also set new Asian records in both the Women’s 100m and 200m Freestyle events in the games.
Mrs Lam said: “Miss Haughey has been making continuous personal breakthroughs and has beaten world-class opponents with brilliant performances in the competitions.
“Her remarkable achievement has started a new chapter in Hong Kong swimming. She is highly commended by me and all people of Hong Kong.”
Secretary for Home Affairs Caspar Tsui also lauded the swimmer’s success, noting that Miss Haughey achieved outstanding results again in the Olympics with perseverance.
“Her success will inspire more athletes to pursue their dreams. I wish her glory in her future endeavours in sports and would also like to extend my sincere gratitude to the coaches and supporting team for their contribution.”