Hong Kong's cycling coach, Herve Dagorne, is prepping his team for the Japan Track Cup while sounding the alarm about potential teamwork tactics from mainland Chinese rivals at the upcoming National Games. He’s pushing for a "mature relationship" with the China team, hinting at both cooperation and competition—but also a clear undercurrent of tension.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about bikes—it’s a microcosm of Hong Kong’s complex relationship with mainland China, even in sports. When athletes from the two regions face off, politics often lurks in the background. Dagorne’s cautious phrasing reflects the tightrope Hong Kong teams walk: competing fiercely while navigating political sensitivities. For sports fans, it adds an extra layer of drama to the races.