Hong Kong Marathon: Christy Yiu Kit-ching eyeing first win in front of home fans
- With the absence of invited overseas runners, the city’s leading women’s distance runner has a rare chance to fulfil a dream
- After missing out on the Toyko 2020 Olympic Games, Yiu finished 12th at China National Games
“But you never know, may be some quality runners have stayed in China for training and then come over to Hong Kong especially for the event because they do not need to go through quarantine from across the border.
“But I am ready for the challenge although my preparation time may not be that sufficient.”
Yiu said the absence of overseas runners was one of the reasons she decided to take part in her third home marathon, although she did not start serious training until last week after fully recovering from her efforts at the National Games, where she finished in 12th position.
“I was a bit worried about the short recovery time after the National Games but knowing there is a real chance to win the prestigious event, I decide to go for it,” she said.
