PolyU supported “A Glamorous Transformation in Sports: The Next Level,” hosted by the Hong Kong, China Olympic Academy (HKCOA) under the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China (SF&OC). The event, held on 20 March at the Jockey Club Auditorium and Block X Sports Centre, brought together sports leaders, elite athletes, and over 1,000 students from local universities.
The day began with a seminar at the Jockey Club Auditorium, where distinguished sports leaders gathered to discuss the evolution of global sports events. The discussion was moderated by the Hon. Kenneth Fok, Vice-President of SF&OC and Chairperson of HKCOA, with insights from Mr Michael Cheng, President of the Hong Kong, China Tennis Association; Mr Andy Kwok, Captain of the Hong Kong Golf Club; and Mr Eric Fok, Chairman of the Football Association of Hong Kong, China.
The highlight was the inspiring dialogue on the Olympic spirit featuring national team table tennis player and six-time Olympic gold medallist Mr Ma Long, alongside Hong Kong, China’s Olympic swimmers Ms Stephanie Au and Ms Yvette Kong. Their conversation offered the audience a rare glimpse into the dedication, resilience, and passion that define sporting excellence at the highest level.
Following the forum, the excitement continued at Block X Sports Centre, where Mr Ma Long took part in an interactive table tennis demonstration titled “Ma Long at PolyU: Elite Exchange.” Widely regarded internationally as one of the best players in table tennis, Mr Ma Long captivated the audience with his unparalleled precision, speed and signature technique. Throughout the demonstration and interactive game with members of the PolyU Table Tennis team, he displayed the mastery that earned him multiple Olympic titles, leaving fans in awe of his rhythmic footwork and powerful strokes.
The event was a resounding success, drawing an enthusiastic crowd of over 1,000 students from all local universities and reflecting PolyU’s commitment to fostering sports excellence. PolyU continues to provide its students with unparalleled, world-class learning opportunities that extend beyond the classroom.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all guests, partners and participants for making this day so memorable.
Video:
https://youtu.be/Oo7l_jQ83_I
(The video is provided by the Sports Federation and Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China)
Midea Coverage:
Dot Dot News - https://polyu.me/4sDN309 (English); https://polyu.me/4t0Rbah (Chinese)
Ta Kung Pao - https://polyu.me/4lEZGVG; https://polyu.me/4stkKBu; https://polyu.me/40KUnKW; https://polyu.me/47FusYS
Bastille Post - https://polyu.me/4uBzOhA
Hong Kong China News Agency - https://polyu.me/4lNt7F9
The day began with a seminar at the Jockey Club Auditorium, where distinguished sports leaders gathered to discuss the evolution of global sports events. The discussion was moderated by the Hon. Kenneth Fok, Vice-President of SF&OC and Chairperson of HKCOA, with insights from Mr Michael Cheng, President of the Hong Kong, China Tennis Association; Mr Andy Kwok, Captain of the Hong Kong Golf Club; and Mr Eric Fok, Chairman of the Football Association of Hong Kong, China.
The highlight was the inspiring dialogue on the Olympic spirit featuring national team table tennis player and six-time Olympic gold medallist Mr Ma Long, alongside Hong Kong, China’s Olympic swimmers Ms Stephanie Au and Ms Yvette Kong. Their conversation offered the audience a rare glimpse into the dedication, resilience, and passion that define sporting excellence at the highest level.
Following the forum, the excitement continued at Block X Sports Centre, where Mr Ma Long took part in an interactive table tennis demonstration titled “Ma Long at PolyU: Elite Exchange.” Widely regarded internationally as one of the best players in table tennis, Mr Ma Long captivated the audience with his unparalleled precision, speed and signature technique. Throughout the demonstration and interactive game with members of the PolyU Table Tennis team, he displayed the mastery that earned him multiple Olympic titles, leaving fans in awe of his rhythmic footwork and powerful strokes.
The event was a resounding success, drawing an enthusiastic crowd of over 1,000 students from all local universities and reflecting PolyU’s commitment to fostering sports excellence. PolyU continues to provide its students with unparalleled, world-class learning opportunities that extend beyond the classroom.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all guests, partners and participants for making this day so memorable.
Video:
https://youtu.be/Oo7l_jQ83_I
(The video is provided by the Sports Federation and Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China)
Midea Coverage:
Dot Dot News - https://polyu.me/4sDN309 (English); https://polyu.me/4t0Rbah (Chinese)
Ta Kung Pao - https://polyu.me/4lEZGVG; https://polyu.me/4stkKBu; https://polyu.me/40KUnKW; https://polyu.me/47FusYS
Bastille Post - https://polyu.me/4uBzOhA
Hong Kong China News Agency - https://polyu.me/4lNt7F9
