Ho Yuen Chan

Started: He began the sport in 2009. (hk.sports.appledaily.com, 21 Jan 2019) Reason: "Badminton saved my life. As I became better, I remember thinking that even though I have a disability I have a value. I focused on training and getting my body stronger. That helped me gain more confidence as well. Finally, I felt like I could stand up again." (paralympic.org, 08 Aug 2019) Ambition: To compete at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. (hk.news.yahoo.com, 08 Aug 2023; news.mingpao.com, 13 Oct 2023) Milestones: He won bronze in the men's WH2 singles at the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo on the same day as his compatriot Chu Man Kai won silver in the men's SH6 singles event, marking Hong Kong, China's first Paralympic badminton medals. (SportsDeskOnline, 01 Jul 2024) Awards: He and table tennis player Wong Ting Ting were flag bearers for Hong Kong, China at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. (medias.paris2024.org, 28 Aug 2024) Additional Info: CHARITY He established the charity 'Happy Together With Everyone' in 2019, with the aim of providing support for people with impairments. "We support these needs by raising funds and providing other necessities. I also wish to bring them hope, through my experience as an athlete, by pushing myself more to achieve that Paralympic gold and show the possibilities life has for us. My simple message is 'hard work pays off'." (bwfbadminton.com, 23 Feb 2021)