Following is a statement issued tonight by the Chief Executive, Mr Tung Chee Hwa, who is on a three-day visit to Japan:

"I am very pleased to learn of the victory by Mr Wong Kam-po in the 8th All China Games and wish to convey my warmest congratulations to him. Hong Kong is proud of the whole sports delegation for its participation in the games and hope all members would do their best. The victory by Mr Wong in Shanghai has demonstrated the great spirit of our members in meeting challenges in national, regional and international sports tournaments."