Hong Kong is set to host the Chubb UTS Hong Kong with Humansa at the Kai Tak Arena from October 14-15, 2025, marking the Ultimate Tennis Showdown's (UTS) Asian debut. The draw has been revealed, and a quarterfinal rematch between Hong Kong's Coleman Wong and world No. 14 Andrey Rublev is already generating significant buzz.
The upcoming match offers Wong an opportunity to avenge his recent defeat against Rublev at the US Open. In their round 3 encounter, Rublev emerged victorious in a hard-fought five-set battle. Wong, currently ranked No. 128, put up a strong fight, but Rublev's experience and consistency proved decisive.
The UTS is known for its fast-paced format, with matches consisting of four eight-minute quarters and a simplified scoring system. This format ensures constant action and intense matches, creating a fan-friendly atmosphere. Fans are encouraged to cheer, and players can interact with coaches and fans during changeovers.
The draw for the Chubb UTS Hong Kong with Humansa also features other exciting matchups. Top seed and world No. 7 Alex de Minaur will face China's Zhang Zhizhen. Additionally, Juncheng Shang, a rising Chinese star, has replaced the injured Nick Kyrgios and will compete against Jakub Mensik from the Czech Republic. Francisco Cerundolo from Argentina will face Adrian Mannarino.
Kyrgios had to withdraw due to a persistent knee injury. Despite his withdrawal, he will be present at the Kai Tak Arena on October 11 to support the event and participate in fan engagement activities.
The eight players will compete for a total prize pool of $1.1 million USD, with the champion receiving $305,700 USD. Tomas Machac and Casper Ruud have already secured their spots for the UTS Grand Final in London. De Minaur and Rublev need to win just one match to qualify, while Wong, Zhang, Shang, and Cerundolo must win the trophy to qualify.
This event marks Hong Kong's growing importance as a premier sports destination. The Major Sports Events Committee has awarded the UTS Hong Kong with Humansa its "M" Mark status, highlighting its potential to boost sports development, promote tourism, and bring economic benefits to the region. The tournament is the first of two "M" Mark tennis events in Hong Kong this October, with the Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open 2025 following later in the month.
