Weightlifter Kuo Hsing-chun Receives NT$10 Million from Hongdao Foundation, Focuses on Asian Games Qualification
Tokyo Olympics weightlifting gold medalist Kuo Hsing-chun received a NT$10 million award from the Hongdao Foundation. She is currently focused on the domestic Asian Games selection on June 6 to qualify for the Nagoya Asian Games. The International Weightlifting Federation will implement new weight classes from August 1 this year, requiring Kuo Hsing-chun to compete in either the 57kg or 61kg category.
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On April 13, Tokyo Olympics weightlifting gold medalist Kuo Hsing-chun was awarded NT$10 million by the Hongdao Foundation. In return, she presented a handmade gold medal to Lin Hong-dao, chairman of the foundation. Kuo expressed gratitude for corporate support, which aids her training. Her immediate focus is on the domestic Asian Games selection on June 6 to secure her qualification for the Nagoya Asian Games. She noted fluctuating injury status. The International Weightlifting Federation will introduce new weight classes for women's weightlifting from August 1, eliminating her previous 58kg and 59kg categories. This necessitates her competing in either the 57kg or 61kg class, presenting a new challenge. She is considering donating part of the prize money to grassroots sports. Kuo also shared that visiting schools in Taitung with the foundation has reignited her passion for sports, and she has reflected on retirement after attending ceremonies for other athletes, but remains focused on the upcoming Asian Games.