Excitement for the 2026 HSBC LIV Golf Hong Kong continued to build today at the historic Fanling course as players completed the Pro-Am and final preparations ahead of tomorrow’s tournament start. Players have turned their focus to the strategic demands of the Hong Kong Golf Club layout, which this week hosts the league’s first-ever 72-hole, four-day event in the region.
OFFICIAL PRO-AM PROVIDES FINAL LOOK AT FANLING
The official Pro-Am took place today, offering a final opportunity for players to fine-tune their yardages on a course renowned for its narrow corridors and small, undulating greens. The session also gave local partners and invited guests the chance to play alongside some of the world’s best players, further embedding the tournament within Hong Kong’s vibrant sporting community.
Among the celebrities participating in the Pro-Am were singer and actor Eric Chou, champion jockeys Hugh Bowman and Zac Purton, Korean actors Jung-jin Lee and Jong-hyun Hong, professional snooker star Judd Trump, and Chinese actor and martial artist Ashton Chen.
DEFENDING CHAMPION GARCIA TARGETS ASIA TITLE NUMBER NINE
Defending individual and team champion Sergio Garcia (Fireballs GC) returns to Fanling this week with a clear affinity for Hong Kong. Having secured his second LIV Golf individual title here last year with a clinical, bogey-free 7-under on Sunday, the Fireballs GC Captain is looking to build on a record that includes eight individual professional titles across Asia.
“Asia is very special. I’ve been coming here since I was 19” Garcia said. “I’ve been very fortunate to be able to win pretty much in all parts of Asia that I’ve been able to play. It’s a beautiful golf course that I’ve played many, many times; it’s the kind of course that suits me and I enjoy playing. To be able to go out there and shoot a bogey-free 7-under last year – with so many guys chasing me – obviously meant a lot.”
Beyond the ropes, Garcia spoke glowingly about the energy of the host city: “Hong Kong is a very unique and great city with a lot of energy and amazing restaurants. If you’re a foodie, it’s the kind of city you want to visit. The culture you experience here is very nice.”
Regarding the tournament’s evolution to a 72-hole format and the addition of HSBC as a title partner through 2027, Garcia noted the growing momentum in the region: “Anytime you can get a great sponsor like HSBC to support us, it’s always a plus. We’ve started to see a lot more enthusiasm and sponsors interested in supporting teams and events. We hope to keep building on that.”
DRIVING COMMUNITY & SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT AT FANLING
While the world’s elite golfers prepare for competition, LIV Golf is already delivering a lasting impact across Hong Kong through its “LIV to Learn” platform. On Tuesday, in partnership with HSBC, the league launched the Classroom on the Range – an initiative that brought 30 students to the Hong Kong Golf Club for a day of STEM and biodiversity education. This immersive experience, which included a nature walk at the UNESCO award-winning site and a clinic with Carlos Ortiz (Torque GC), focused on teaching vital life skills through the lens of sport.
The tournament is also championing social and environmental responsibility through key initiatives on site this week:
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International Women’s Day: Aligning with the UN’s 2026 theme – “Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls” – LIV Golf hosted a panel and clinic dedicated to dismantling structural barriers for women in the industry.
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Salvation Army Centaline Charity Fund: Players Scott Vincent and Richard T. Lee visited the Queen’s Hill School to engage with students, while the Hong Kong Jockey Club coordinated a Special Olympics golf clinic at the range for local teenagers.
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Sustainability: Setting a new standard for sustainable events, the tournament has eliminated regular diesel usage, powering the Village and Media Centre with 100% HVO biofuel and using B50 for all other generators.
Tickets for HSBC LIV Golf Hong Kong from 5-8 March are still available for sale. More information is available at livgolf.com, with all tickets including same-day access to all on-site fan experiences, and Saturday tickets including the LIV Golf After Play concert performance. Children aged 12 and under receive complimentary Grounds Pass admission (one per paying adult), with group tickets, hospitality and premium experiences also available.
