The Major Sports Events Committee announced today that it has awarded “M” Mark status to the Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open, which will be held at the Victoria Park Tennis Court from October 26 to November 3.

Major Sports Events Committee Chairman Wilfred Ng said the tournament attracts numerous world-class players to compete in Hong Kong each year, thereby serving as a good opportunity to promote tourism and Hong Kong's economy, and to enhance the city’s reputation for professionalism in the international sports arena.