Kho, a Hong Kong Golf Club ambassador, Asian Games gold medalist and the first Hongkonger to win on the Asian Tour, is thrilled to return to his home Open.
He said: “It is always a special occasion to play at Hong Kong Golf Club in front of family, friends and golf fans. This is a historic tournament I grew up watching as a youngster and now to compete in it as a professional, on my home course against some of the biggest names in world golf, is a real privilege.”
First played in 1959, the tournament is the longest-running international sporting event in Hong Kong and one of Asia’s most prestigious golf championships, a tradition spanning more than 65 years.
Hong Kong Golf Club captain Andy Kwok said: “We are all set for four magnificent days of action, as the historic Link Hong Kong Open continues to grow in prestige on the international stage.
“To be selected as one of only a handful of pathway events reflects the rich heritage of our Club and the 65-year-old championship, but also Fanling’s global reputation as one of golf’s foremost tournament venues. We very much look forward to seeing the fans come out in force to support our Hong Kong players and watch some of the most exciting players in the game.”
It is not just the Link Hong Kong Open title at stake – important Rankings points are also up for grabs.
The tournament is the eighth stop on The International Series, the set of 10 elevated events on the Asian Tour calendar that provides a pathway onto the LIV Golf League for the end-of-season Rankings champion.
“The International Series is all about providing players with opportunity, and a pathway to elite-level golf,” said Rahul Singh, Head of The International Series. “This year’s edition of the Link Hong Kong Open is the perfect example of our ethos. With the promise of vital rankings points in the race for a LIV Golf spot as well as a pathway to two majors for the champion, we look forward to another thrilling edition.”
Held throughout the year across Asia, Europe and the Middle East, The International Series contributes $23 million (U.S.) to the Asian Tour’s 2025 total prize fund.
“The Asian Tour is braced for a thrilling second half of the season, with the Link Hong Kong Open once again set to play a pivotal role. This year’s event will reach a new level of recognition as the winner will receive an invite to the Masters Tournament and The Open – an incredible endorsement for one of Asia’s most illustrious national opens.” said David Rollo, Chief Operating Officer for the Asian Tour.
Starting in 2024, Link Asset Management Limited (Link) became title sponsor of the Hong Kong Open golf championship for three years. Through this iconic partnership, the Hong Kong Golf Club and Link aim to promote the game of golf within the wider local community across the city and make it more accessible to the public.
Link Group CEO George Hongchoy said: “As Link celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2025, we are proud to mark our second year of partnership with the prestigious Link Hong Kong Open. This collaboration exemplifies our role as a Hong Kong-headquartered real estate investment manager embracing international opportunity, while reflecting our belief in sport’s power to inspire communities and bring people together. With Hong Kong also hosting the golf competition of the 15th National Games this November, we are excited to celebrate the vibrancy and shared joy of golf across the city.”
In keeping with the event theme of the Link Hong Kong Open – Open For All – admission is free for the first two rounds on Thursday and Friday. Season passes, including the final two days on Saturday and Sunday, cost HK$300 for a weekend pass or HK$200 per day. Fans 18 and under will enjoy free entry across all four days when accompanied by a ticketed adult or with a photo ID containing date of birth.
With off-course entertainment to complement the world-class action, the Link Hong Kong Open 2025 is a great day out for the entire family, featuring an array of activities in the tournament fan village.
More big names will be announced soon. For more information, please visit www.thehongkongopen.com. Purchase tickets by clicking here.