On cue: Newly crowned world champion Mark Selby to star in handover festival of sport
Snooker tournament will fight for supremacy in crowded week of events, also featuring EPL Asia Trophy and volleyball grand prix
Newly crowned world champion Mark Selby is to head a strong contingent to Hong Kong this summer for an invitational tournament celebrating the 20th anniversary of the handover.
A four-day event featuring eight of the best players in the world, including home favourite Marco Fu Ka-chun, will take place at Queen Elizabeth Stadium from July 20-23.
The Hong Kong Billiard Sports Control Council is finalising the players’ list which will be released next month, but world number one Selby, who became the fourth player to successfully defend his world title in Sheffield this month, is almost certain to participate.
“We have extended invitations to the players and are still waiting for their confirmation,” said Lena Lee, senior sports executive of the council.
“Our targets are the top eight players and if any one is not available, he will be replaced by the next player on the ranking list.
“But we can promise a very strong cast as this event is for the celebration of the handover and we are keen to secure the best players. After all, snooker is always a popular event among sports fans in Hong Kong.”