WINNERS of the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club Centenary Schools Competition were privileged to receive their valuable prizes from Princess Anne, in a ceremony held at the Compass Room of the Yacht Club.
Princess Anne visited the club during her four-day official visit to the territory, and was invited to present the prizes to winners of the competition.
The contest involved essay-writing and painting on the theme of sailing and the sea. The event aimed to stir interest among young people in sailing and give them an opportunity to take part in the exciting sport.
The event was organised to mark the club's 100th anniversary of the granting of its royal charter by Queen Victoria.
''The purpose of the competition was to involve a wider community in the Yacht Club's celebrations, and we felt that would best be achieved by encouraging Hong Kong's youth to enjoy watersports,'' said Commodore Vic Locke.
Ms Kate Kelly, one of the competition organisers, said they were pleased and satisfied with the response.