A delegation of some 80 athletes from Hong Kong, China will compete at the 5th Asian Para Games. Member of the Legislative Council of the HKSAR and Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club The Hon Kenneth Fok attended the flag presentation ceremony today (17 September) to give the delegation a heartfelt send-off ahead of the Games. The Club will provide cash incentive awards for medallists at the Games and wishes them every success.
Guests joining athletes at the flag presentation ceremony for the Hong Kong, China delegation to the 5th Asian Para Games included Rosanna Law, HKSAR Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism ( 2nd row, 11th left ); Jenny Fung, President of the Paralympic Committee of Hong Kong, China (2nd row, 12th left); and The Hon Kenneth Fok, Member of the Legislative Council of the HKSAR and Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club ( 2nd row, 8th left).
Guests joining athletes at the flag presentation ceremony for the Hong Kong, China delegation to the 5th Asian Para Games included Rosanna Law, HKSAR Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism ( front row, 7th right); Jenny Fung, President of the Paralympic Committee of Hong Kong, China ( front row, 6th right); and The Hon Kenneth Fok, Member of the Legislative Council of the HKSAR and Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club (front row, 3rd right).
In August, the Club announced a new cycle of the Jockey Club Athlete Incentive Awards Scheme (JCAIAS), to be implemented by the Hong Kong Sports Institute (HKSI). The scheme will cover seven major upcoming sporting events. The 5th Asian Para Games, taking place across multiple cities in Japan, including Nagoya in Aichi prefecture, will be the second major event under the new JCAIAS cycle, following the 20th Asian Games. The Club will provide cash awards to members of the Hong Kong, China team who win gold, silver and bronze medals in individual and team events. Gold medallists in individual and team events will receive HK$250,000 and HK$500,000, respectively. (Please refer to the table below for details.)
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Guests joining athletes at the flag presentation ceremony for the Hong Kong, China delegation to the 5th Asian Para Games included Rosanna Law, HKSAR Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism ( 2nd row, 11th left ); Jenny Fung, President of the Paralympic Committee of Hong Kong, China (2nd row, 12th left); and The Hon Kenneth Fok, Member of the Legislative Council of the HKSAR and Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club ( 2nd row, 8th left).
Guests joining athletes at the flag presentation ceremony for the Hong Kong, China delegation to the 5th Asian Para Games included Rosanna Law, HKSAR Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism ( front row, 7th right); Jenny Fung, President of the Paralympic Committee of Hong Kong, China ( front row, 6th right); and The Hon Kenneth Fok, Member of the Legislative Council of the HKSAR and Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club (front row, 3rd right).
Member of the Legislative Council of the HKSAR and Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club The Hon Kenneth Fok (left) offers encouragement to the Hong Kong, China team ahead of the 5th Asian Para Games, including para badminton player Chow Long Ho ( right).
Member of the Legislative Council of the HKSAR and Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club The Hon Kenneth Fok (9th right) offers encouragement to the Hong Kong, China team ahead of the 5th Asian Para Games, as well as para table tennis players Pang Wing Ka ( 8th right) and Wong Yue Ching (7th right). They are all JC Scholars.
Member of the Legislative Council of the HKSAR and Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club The Hon Kenneth Fok (2nd left) together with Deputy Chef de Mission of the Hong Kong, China delegation to the 5th Asian Para Games John Leung (1st right) offer encouragement to para badminton player Chu Man Kai (1st left) and Boccia athlete Leung Yuk Wing (2nd right).
Member of the Legislative Council of the HKSAR and Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club The Hon Kenneth Fok (left) offers encouragement to the Hong Kong, China team ahead of the 5th Asian Para Games, including para badminton player Chow Long Ho ( right).
Member of the Legislative Council of the HKSAR and Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club The Hon Kenneth Fok (9th right) offers encouragement to the Hong Kong, China team ahead of the 5th Asian Para Games, as well as para table tennis players Pang Wing Ka ( 8th right) and Wong Yue Ching (7th right). They are all JC Scholars.
As a world-class horse sports organisation, the Club has promoted sports at both the community and elite levels through numerous initiatives, enabling people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to participate. Such initiatives range from partnering with the Government to establish the HKSI (formerly the Jubilee Sports Centre) and establishing a fund to support elite athletes’ training and career development, to jointly launching the Sports Science and Research Funding Scheme with the Government in recent years to strengthen Hong Kong athletes’ competitiveness.
Member of the Legislative Council of the HKSAR and Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club The Hon Kenneth Fok (2nd left) together with Deputy Chef de Mission of the Hong Kong, China delegation to the 5th Asian Para Games John Leung (1st right) offer encouragement to para badminton player Chu Man Kai (1st left) and Boccia athlete Leung Yuk Wing (2nd right).
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Jockey Club Athlete Incentive Awards Scheme - Details of Cash Incentives: 5th Asian Para Games (18 to 24 October 2026)
The Hong Kong, China Tennis Association (“HKCTA”) is proud to announce that The Hong Kong Jockey Club (“HKJC”) will be the Official Community Partner of the Hong Kong Tennis Season 2026-27, covering both the WTA 250 Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open and the ATP 250 Bank of China Hong Kong Tennis Open. This marks the fifth consecutive season of HKJC support for “M” Mark events organised by the HKCTA.
Hong Kong Tennis Season Announces The Hong Kong Jockey Club as Official Community Partner.Image source:HKCTA
This season, the HKJC, through its Charities Trust, has committed nearly HK$3 million to support the Jockey Club Hong Kong Tennis Open Community Programme (“the programme”), which comprises a series of community engagement activities, including guided tours, beginner courses, workshops, fun days, a mentorship programme, and opportunities to experience the “M” Mark tournament in person. The programme aims to enable members of the community, particularly those from underprivileged groups, to experience the enjoyment and positive values of sport.
Hong Kong Tennis Season Announces The Hong Kong Jockey Club as Official Community Partner.Image source:HKCTA
The programme officially kicked off yesterday (1 November) with a special visit by Judy Murray, mother of Andy and Jamie Murray, respectively former men’s singles and doubles World No. 1 players. A leading advocate for grassroots tennis development, Judy has championed initiatives aimed at broadening access to the sport and empowering coaches to create positive and inclusive tennis experiences for young people.
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Judy began her visit with a dedicated workshop for HKCTA coaches, including those involved in the primary school tennis initiative under the Jockey Club Tennis Serves Programme. During the session, she shared her expertise in junior player development, demonstrated a range of coaching activities and highlighted effective methods for making tennis engaging and enjoyable for children. The workshop equippedparticipating coaches with practical knowledge that can be applied to support grassroots tennis development in Hong Kong.
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Liu Ka Wing, HKCTA coach and assistant coach for the workshop said, “It was a fruitful morning working with and learning from Judy. This workshop has been a valuable learning experience and a timely reminder that children learn best through imitation and play. Even for a simple forehand swing, a step-by-step approach is essential. Moving forward, I will put even more thought into designing lessons that help children learn progressively through games and activities.”
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In the afternoon, Judy and the participating coaches visited Endeavourers Leung Lee Sau Yu Memorial Primary School, a participating school in the Jockey Club Tennis Serves Programme, where she conducted a children's tennis clinic while the coaches put their newly acquired knowledge into practice. About 40 students learned basic tennisskills and took part in a range of interactive drills and activities.
The school visit also featured a special sharing session between Judy and Cyndi Thompson, mother of local tennis talent Kai Thompson. Image source:HKCTA
The school visit also featured a special sharing session between Judy and Cyndi Thompson, mother of local tennis talent Kai Thompson. Joined by about 40 parents from the school, Judy and Cyndi reflected on the rewards and challenges of supporting their children on their sporting journeys, and exchanged their experiences with participating parents. They also highlighted the important role parents play in encouraging their children to pursue their dreams, whether in sport or life.
Judy(left) and Cyndi reflected on the rewards and challenges of supporting their children on their sporting journeys, and exchanged their experiences with participating parents. Image source:HKCTA
Cyndi Thompson said, “Our family has always maintained the same routine, regardless of whether Kai wins or loses. We are here to support him in pursuing his tennis dreams, and our focus has always been on his growth, enjoyment of the sport and development as a person. Results come and go, but the values he learns through tennis, such as discipline, resilience and respect, are what matter most. We couldn’t be prouder than when we see him putting on the Hong Kong colours and giving his best to compete for Hong Kong on the international stage.”
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Speaking about the visit, Judy Murray said, “It is a pleasure to be back in Hong Kong and interact with such enthusiastic groups of coaches, parents and students. Back in Scotland, the weather often kept us indoor, which led me to create simple games for my sons. Over time, I realised these simple activities were incredibly effective in developing hand-eye and foot-eye coordination. I am therefore delighted to share my experiences with coaches and parents here, and to highlight the importance of making learning fun and engaging for children.”
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The programme will provide more opportunities for close to 7,000 beneficiaries in the months ahead. Participants will have opportunities to attend tournaments and experience world-class tennis in person, while selected participants will also take part in guided tours, beginner courses, workshops and fun days.
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The programme also includes a Mentorship Programme for tertiary students interested in pursuing careers in sports and event management. Participants will go behind the scenes to learn about the operations of major sporting events, receive relevant training, and serve as volunteers at the tournaments. Through this practical placement opportunity, the Mentorship Programme will provide participants with invaluable industryexperience while supporting the continued growth and development of Hong Kong's sports sector.
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Michael Cheng, President of HKCTA, said, “We sincerely thank HKJC for its generous support in helping bring these tournaments closer to communities across Hong Kong. Through the Programme, we hope to spark a lasting interest in tennis among people of all ages and backgrounds, inspiring more individuals to embrace the sport and lead active, healthy lifestyles.”
Since 2016, the Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust (“the Trust”) has supported HKCTA’s Jockey Club Tennis Rocks programme, which seeks to promote tennis among people of all ages and abilities. In 2025, the Trust further supported grassroots tennis development through the Jockey Club Tennis Serves Programme, which includes both school- and community-based tennis and pickleball initiatives aimed at encouraging students, older adults, and persons with special needs to adopt active and healthy lifestyles.
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