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Trio crowned bowling champions

Secretary for Culture, Sports & Tourism Kevin Yeung today congratulated Hong Kong's Wu Siu-hong, Ivan Tse and Tony Wong on winning the Men's Trios event at the 2023 IBF World Bowling Championships.

     

Mr Yeung said: "Wu, Tse and Wong won the championships for Hong Kong with their excellent skills and perseverance. Its people are thrilled by their remarkable achievement.”


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