Hong Kong Aims to Redevelop Victoria Park Tennis Centre by 2030
SCMP · 1 SOURCESabout 3 hours ago1 MIN
Summary
Hong Kong is pushing forward with plans to redevelop the Victoria Park Tennis Centre in Causeway Bay, aiming to begin construction within the current five-year plan as the city seeks to attract higher-tier international tennis tournaments. Officials say the proposed all-weather, multipurpose venue would significantly expand the existing facility's capacity and capabilities.
Key Points
- Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rossana Law Shuk-pui announced on Saturday that feasibility studies are underway for the Victoria Park Tennis Centre redevelopment
- The proposed venue would host ATP 500 tournaments requiring 7,000 spectator seats, and potentially ATP Masters 1000 events needing 10,000 seats
- Hong Kong currently holds rights to stage WTA and ATP 250 tournaments, including the Prudential Hong Kong Open scheduled for November
- The initial design includes a centre court, one or two side courts, warm-up courts, gyms, and athlete relaxation facilities
- The multipurpose venue would also accommodate other ball sports, performances, and concerts
Why It Matters
The redevelopment signals Hong Kong's ambition to elevate its status in international sports tourism, potentially attracting significantly larger tournaments and visitors. The project requires Legislative Council funding approval and faces uncertainty regarding whether it will be completed within the current or following five-year plan .
The redevelopment signals Hong Kong's ambition to elevate its status in international sports tourism, potentially attracting significantly larger tournaments and visitors. The project requires Legislative Council funding approval and faces uncertainty regarding whether it will be completed within the current or following five-year plan .