Eric Chan Kwok-Ki Teases Exciting Trial Matches at Kai Tak Sports Park

Kai Tak Sports Park Prepares for Trial Matches

Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park is set to kick off trial matches at its 50,000-seat main stadium starting in January. This initiative, led by Chief Secretary Eric Chan Kwok-Ki, focuses on ensuring the venue's capability to manage large crowds effectively.

Upcoming Events and Preparations

In an exciting series of events, the authorities plan to progressively increase the scale of trial runs at various facilities, commencing with an international rugby match involving Hong Kong and Brazil at the 5,000-seat Youth Sports Ground. With an expected attendance of 3,000 spectators, the match is anticipated to set the tone for future events.

• Main stadium opens for January trials
• Additional sports such as basketball to be tested
• Managing crowds is a top priority

Concerns and Developments

As preparations continue, worries about the Kai Tak Sports Park’s ability to handle massive crowds persist, exacerbated by ongoing construction nearby. The 28-hectare multisport complex, a massive HK$30 billion project, includes several facilities designed to enhance the sporting landscape in Hong Kong.

Authorities have initiated multiple trial runs in December, with Eric Chan Kwok-Ki mobilizing tens of thousands of civil servants to ensure each event is executed smoothly.

Last month, the sports park successfully conducted its first trial run with a second division football match at the Youth Sports Ground, confirming efficient crowd dispersal post-match.