A Hong Kong lawmaker is backing the decision to grant residency to former Olympic runner Wang Junxia under a program for skilled migrants, despite some public skepticism. Wang, now 52, and her teenage daughter were approved this week—nearly three decades after her storied but contentious track career, which included a gold medal and multiple world records.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about sports—it’s a window into how Hong Kong handles high-profile immigration cases, especially under scrutiny. Wang’s past controversies (like doping suspicions in the '90s) add layers to the debate over who qualifies as a "quality migrant." For a city balancing talent attraction with public trust, these decisions ripple beyond paperwork.