Women finalists of Hong Kong’s bun-scrambling race revel in competition’s return as part of Cheung Chau festival

The women competing in this year’s bun-scrambling race on Hong Kong’s Cheung Chau island have voiced their excitement about the event’s comeback, along with the rest of the annual festival, after a lengthy break because of the pandemic.

Nine men and three women make up the 12 finalists in the competition, which is expected to be held at midnight between Friday and Saturday.