Hong Kong actor Kent Cheng recently completed his first-ever 10km run at the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon on January 18, 2026. The 74-year-old shared that he had never tried running as exercise before. With hard work and guidance, he finally achieved this personal milestone, marking a proud moment in his life and inspiring many of his fans.
Kent Cheng Thanks Chow Yun Fat for 10km Run
Kent Cheng trained for 10 months, starting from mid-March 2025. He said on Douyin that he began his training from zero and gradually built his endurance over time. After finishing the 10km run, he expressed his happiness and satisfaction, saying that achieving this goal made him feel very accomplished. He also encouraged his followers to set their own goals and try new things.
Chow Yun Fat, a legendary Hong Kong actor, acted as Kent’s mentor during the training. Kent referred to him as “shifu,” which means teacher in Mandarin. He thanked Yun Fat for his guidance and support, saying that completing this run would not have been possible without him. Kent also thanked his teammates for motivating him throughout the training period.
Yun Fat completed the marathon alongside Kent and other veteran actors, including Paw Hee Ching, 76, and Lau Kong, 79. He said that the team enjoyed the run together, chatting along the way. Yun Fat emphasized that completing the run was more important than the timing or results. The group joked about their combined age, saying it added up to several hundred years, but their enthusiasm and teamwork made the experience fun and memorable.
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Kent Cheng, who is known for roles in films and dramas such as Why Me? (1985) and Forrest Cat (1997), has faced health challenges in recent years, including diabetes. He previously lost 35kg to improve his health. Completing the 10km run represents both a physical and personal achievement for him. Fans celebrated his success online, praising his dedication, perseverance, and inspiring example of setting and reaching goals at any age.
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