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Lee Lai-shan wins Hong Kong's first Olympic gold medal in 1996

Lee Lai-shan secured Hong Kong's first-ever Olympic gold medal in windsurfing on July 29, 1996, in Savannah, Georgia. The 25-year-old athlete's victory marked a significant moment for Hong Kong after decades of Olympic competition without a gold medal. Her win was met with widespread celebration and congratulations from officials and the public, with financial rewards also announced for her achievement. AI

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Lee Lai-shan wins Hong Kong's first Olympic gold medal in 1996

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    Windsurfer Lee Lai-shan wins Hong Kong’s first Olympic gold in 1996 – SCMP archive

    This article was first published on July 30, 1996. Our golden girl by Nazvi Careem and Scott McKenzie Cheers and tears swept Hong Kong yesterday (July 29, 1996) on the back of the golden victory for Olympic windsurfer Lee Lai-shan. The 25-year-old from Cheung Chau won a gold meda…