Major Sports Events Committee awards "M" Mark status to Bank of China Hong Kong Tennis Open 2026
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The Major Sports Events Committee (MSEC) has awarded "M" Mark status to the Bank of China Hong Kong Tennis Open 2026 to be held from January 4 to 11, 2026 at the Victoria Park Centre Court.
The Chairman of the MSEC, Mr Wilfred Ng, said today (December 29), "As the first 'M' Mark event in 2026, the Bank of China Hong Kong Tennis Open 2026 will attract visitors from around the world, along with local fans, to gather in Hong Kong to witness world-class tennis players compete at the highest level, heralding the start of the new year of major sports event in Hong Kong."
The "M" Mark System aims to encourage and help local National Sports Associations and private or non-government organisations to organise more major international sports events and nurture them into sustainable undertakings. Sports events meeting the assessment criteria will be considered for "M" Mark status by the MSEC. Funding support will also be provided to some events. The "M" Mark System aims to promote the development of major sports events, cultivate a sustainable sporting culture, enhance Hong Kong's image as a centre for major international sports events and bring tangible economic benefits to the community.
For details of "M" Mark events, please visit www.mevents.org.hk.
Ends/Monday, December 29, 2025
Issued at HKT 11:05
Issued at HKT 11:05
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