{
  "id": 10163132,
  "title": "Hong Kong Stadium could host tennis events amid Victoria Park court upgrade: minister",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/hong-kong-stadium-could-host-tennis-events-amid-victoria-park-court",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-27T07:17:25.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "South China Morning Post - Hong Kong",
    "slug": "south-china-morning-post-hong-kong",
    "url": "https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3368935/hong-kong-stadium-could-host-tennis-events-amid-victoria-park-court-upgrade-minister"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Hong Kong Stadium could potentially host major tennis tournaments while Victoria Park's center court undergoes redevelopment, according to Hong Kong's sports minister, Rosanna Law. The government plans to explore the possibility of using the stadium as an interim home for high-profile events before the new venue is completed. Law stated that authorities might reserve the stadium for tennis during specific times of the year, installing temporary courts and other facilities as needed. The city's central stadium boasts extensive seating, space for multiple courts, and warm-up areas, making it a suitable option for hosting large tennis tournaments. The government aims to attract higher-level events, such as ATP 500 and ATP 1000 tournaments, during the Victoria Park redevelopment process. Victoria Park's existing center court currently hosts ATP 250 events and has around 3,600 seats. Law expressed hope that design work for the new stadium could commence soon, with construction potentially starting during Hong Kong's first five-year plan (2030). However, she could not confirm the exact timeline for completion. If the Victoria Park project proceeds, the city may need an additional venue for major tournaments for several years. Law emphasized that the government intends to preserve the swimming complex and hard-surface football pitches within Victoria Park. The new stadium would require practice courts, secondary courts, and a main court to accommodate various sports and performances. The design and size of the facility are currently under consideration, with plans to ensure its usability in different weather conditions while balancing tennis requirements and hosting other sporting events.",
  "summary": "Hong Kong Stadium could serve as an interim home for major tennis tournaments during the redevelopment of Victoria Park’s centre court, the city’s sports minister has said, adding that the government will seek to attract higher-level events even before the new facility is ready. Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law Shuk-pui said authorities could reserve the stadium for tennis…",
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
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        "published": "2026-09-27T03:53:56.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "South China Morning Post",
        "title": "Hong Kong Stadium could host tennis events amid Victoria Park court upgrade: minister",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/hong-kong-stadium-could-host-tennis-events-amid-victoria-park-court-10166488",
        "published": "2026-09-27T07:17:25.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}