The following is issued on behalf of the Major Sports Events Committee:
 
     The Major Sports Events Committee (MSEC) has awarded "M" Mark status to the LI-NING Hong Kong Open Badminton Championships 2026 part of the HSBC BWF World Tour Super 500 (November 17 to 22), the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Hong Kong 2026 (November 28 to 29) and the Milwaukee Hong Kong Squash Open 2026 (November 30 to December 6).

     The Chairman of the MSEC, Mr Wilfred Ng, said today (November 12), "We are very pleased to award 'M' Mark status to these three international sports events. The Hong Kong Open Badminton Championships will bring together top global badminton players to showcase their exquisite skills to compete for the highest honour; the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Hong Kong 2026 will once again offer fast-paced street basketball showdowns, capturing the attention of global fans; while the Hong Kong Squash Open, featuring a strong lineup of world-class players, will bring a thrilling spectating experience to the audiences. These events not only elevate Hong Kong's international image, but also highlight Hong Kong's outstanding capability in hosting world-class events."

     The "M" Mark System aims to encourage and help local National Sports Associations and private or non-government organisations to organise more major international sports events and nurture them into sustainable undertakings. Sports events meeting the assessment criteria will be considered for "M" Mark status by the MSEC. Funding support will also be provided to some events. The "M" Mark System aims to promote the development of major sports events, cultivate a sustainable sporting culture, enhance Hong Kong's image as a centre for major international sports events and bring tangible economic benefits to the community.
      
     For details of "M" Mark events, please visit www.mevents.org.hk.

Ends/Thursday, November 12, 2026
Issued at HKT 11:00

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