Hong Kong table tennis star Wong hopes to build on strong momentum with partner Chan
The duo, who only became regular partners in 2024, enjoyed a successful 2025, winning a maiden Smash crown and moving top of the rankings
Table tennis veteran Wong Chun-ting is hoping to build on the momentum of last year’s results with his partner, Baldwin Chan Ho-wah, after the pair won the best sports combination award at the Hong Kong Sports Stars Awards.
Wong, who has won the award three times before with his long-term mixed doubles partner Doo Hoi-kem, was nominated with Chan for the first time.
The city’s men’s doubles duo, who only became regular partners in October 2024, were recognised as one of three winners on Tuesday after their huge success last year.
Chan admitted he was thrilled to win the award after his first nomination.
“Previously, all I did was vote for him [Wong] and cheer him on. I would usually be glued to the television during those awards,” the 21-year-old said. “It’s like a dream for me to be on the same stage as him.
“Wong has long been my idol growing up, and he was the role model for me to keep urging myself to improve. So given last year’s results, our improved understanding, and now this trophy, I am really happy.”
