Up-and-coming Hong Kong tennis player Yandy Shek Cheuk-ying claimed her first professional title in the city's annual tournament, while competitors raised funds for charity by serving aces. The Chinese Recreation Club will donate HK$45,750 to support community causes.
The 77th edition of the CRC Open drew more than 1,700 entrants and concluded last month after five weeks of competition at the Chinese Recreation Club, Hong Kong (CRCHK) in Tai Hang, near Causeway Bay.
Yandy Shek Cheuk-ying, 20, was crowned ladies’ singles champion after a commanding 6-0, 6-2 victory in the final, marking her first professional title. Argentinian Raul Guardia claimed the men’s singles title by defeating Hong Kong’s Walter Tam 6-4, 6-4.
Players contributed to the community by serving aces in main-draw matches officiated by a chair umpire, with CRCHK pledging HK$250 (US$32) per ace. The club stated that proceeds from more than 80 aces brought the tournament’s total donation to HK$45,750 (US$5,875).
The funds will be equally shared between two charity partners: Operation Santa Claus (OSC), an annual fundraising initiative organised jointly by the Post and public broadcaster RTHK, and another local NGO providing medical services to the public. The event highlights the blend of sport and philanthropy in Hong Kong.
