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In pictures: sports icons in Hong Kong, from Pelé to Serena Williams
From Kobe Bryant to Diego Maradona, these global sports stars found inspiration, fans and unforgettable moments in Hong Kong
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Hong Kong has played host to some of the world’s biggest names in sport, including football greats Pelé and Diego Maradona, boxing legend Muhammad Ali, tennis stars Steffi Graf and Serena Williams, and many more.
Here, we delve into the South China Morning Post’s photographic archives to revisit the times when these superstars graced the city’s sporting venues and impressed local fans.




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