Alison Yu wins bronze for Hong Kong at Asian Para Games in Nagoya
Hong Kong wheelchair fencer Alison Yu Chui-yee won bronze in the women's individual foil Category A at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya, securing the city's first medal. She lost 15-9 to China's Zou Xufeng in the semifinals, earning HK$62,500 under the Jockey Club scheme.
Hong Kong wheelchair fencer Alison Yu Chui-yee captured a bronze medal in the women's individual foil Category A at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya on Monday, opening the city's medal account at the competition.
The 42-year-old veteran faced China's Zou Xufeng in the semifinals, taking an early lead before Zou pulled ahead to 8-5 midway through the bout. Although Yu narrowed the deficit to two touches, Zou reasserted control to pull away and close out a 15-9 victory.
With no third-place playoff held under the event, Yu's advancement to the semi-final stage had guaranteed a joint-bronze medal despite the loss. The podium finish also earned Yu a cash incentive of HK$62,500 under the Jockey Club Athlete Incentive Awards Scheme.
The result marks a strong start for Hong Kong's delegation at the regional multi-sport event, which brings together para-athletes from across Asia competing in a range of disciplines.