Vivian Kong of Hong Kong secured a historic gold medal in the women’s individual epee event at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, marking Hong Kong’s third-ever Olympic gold medal and first in women’s fencing. She defeated Auriane Mallo-Breton of France in a thrilling final match. The victory was celebrated widely on social media, with many expressing pride and admiration for Kong’s performance and the significance of the achievement for Hong Kong.