MACAU, Dec. 7 — The 2025 China Tour Tennis Professional Super Series Finals, integrated with the National Individual Tennis Championships, concluded in Macau this week, utilizing the high-profile sporting event to underscore the city’s growing stature as a regional hub for major athletic competitions. Running from Dec. 1 to 7, the tournament culminated in a unique celebrity exhibition match on Friday that featured tennis icon Li Na alongside a diverse lineup of high-profile personalities, aiming to broadly popularize the sport.
The week of competition, officially titled the “SJM Resorts” Pro Series Finals in Macau, showcased the region’s commitment to sports promotion and community engagement. Beyond the championship matches, attention focused heavily on the visibility provided by global sports figures. Attendees included Chinese tennis legend and Grand Slam champion Li Na; celebrity ambassador Wu Zun; actor and tennis enthusiast Alex Lam; and Hong Kong’s leading young player, Coleman Wong, the first from Hong Kong to win two junior Grand Slam titles and an Asian Games bronze medalist.
Celebrity Exhibition Highlights Sport’s Broad Appeal
The central public draw was the highly anticipated “Celebrity Elite Exhibition Match” held Friday afternoon at the Macau Tennis School. Preceding the match, Li Na, Wu Zun, Lam, and Wong met fans for an up-close interaction and signing session at the Grand Lisboa Palace Resort, generating significant buzz.
The doubles exhibition pitted the star pairing of Li Na and Wu Zun against the team of Coleman Wong and Alex Lam. Employing a thrilling, unconventional “one set decides, golden point on deuce” format, the match transcended typical sporting competition by blending professional prowess with celebrity enthusiasm.
During the dynamic play, Li Na, drawing on her extensive major tournament experience, provided unique insights into crucial match strategy and professional mental resilience. Wong, representing the next generation of tennis talent, demonstrated the explosive speed and power characteristic of modern professional tennis. Meanwhile, Wu Zun and Lam brought athletic fervor and accessibility to the court, showcasing the passion non-professional athletes hold for the sport, enriching the interactive atmosphere.
Promoting Wellness and Resilience Through Tennis
Organizers leveraged the stars’ high profile to convey positive sporting messages to the wider Chinese community. Li Na, reflecting on her return to Macau, emphasized the enduring value of tennis beyond mere competition.
“I am very happy to be back in Macau,” Li Na stated. “For me, tennis has never just been about the performance; it is also a sport that allows people to find peace and inner strength. Seeing so many young people willing to participate and enjoy tennis is truly gratifying.”
Coleman Wong shared similar sentiments, highlighting the value of cross-industry collaboration. “The opportunity to interact with international-level players and friends from different fields is a rare experience,” said Wong. “I hope that through this event, more young people in Hong Kong and Macau can feel the charm of tennis. I encourage everyone to keep moving forward, dare to chase their dreams, as every step will become their own source of power.”
The successful completion of the finals and the popular celebrity spectacle reinforces Macau’s strategic efforts to establish itself on the global sports map, using high-impact events to foster community engagement and promote the health and wellness benefits associated with tennis. Future tournaments are expected to continue this model, combining elite competition with accessible public engagement initiatives.
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