Global Spotlight, Hong Kong Spectacle! Futu Partners with LPGA to Launch Asia's Highest-Prize Women's Tournament

Futu and the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) have announced, in Hong Kong and the United States, the inaugural "Futu Ladies World Championship" will be held in Hong Kong from March 4 – 7, 2027.

This is far more than a title sponsorship. It is a deep strategic partnership. Through the collaboration, Futu is bringing this premier LPGA event to Hong Kong as the brand-new finale of the LPGA Tour's Spring Asia Swing. The inaugural winner’s trophy will capture the attention of broadcast audiences across more than 130 markets, placing Hong Kong firmly in the global spotlight.

Tiffany Chan, Hong Kong, China's LPGA player and Club Ambassador for The Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club, performs the ceremonial tee-off, wishing the tournament every success

Asia’s Highest Purse! Setting a New Record for Women’s Golf

The championship will offer a total prize purse of US$3.4 million (approximately HK$26.5 million), surpassing previous Asian tournaments in Singapore and Thailand, making it the highest-prized women's golf tournament in Asia—a landmark occasion for the sport on the continent.

As one of the world’s leading and longest-running women’s professional sports associations, the LPGA maintains rigorous standards for its partners, tournament specifications, and venue selection. This collaboration underscores Futu’s brand standing and international operating capability, and reflects official recognition from one of the world’s foremost sports properties.

The Spirit of Golf: Perfectly Aligned with Futu's Investment Philosophy

At its heart, golf is a game of precise judgment, strategic planning, perseverance, and continual self-improvement—values that sit naturally alongside investment discipline and Futu’s brand philosophy.

Every swing by an elite golfer requires assessing details in uncertain conditions, making optimal decisions, delivering consistent performance, and building cumulative advantages over time. This mirrors the discipline of global investing: markets are inherently volatile, and only through professional tools, rational judgment, and long-term positioning can one achieve steady growth. This is Futu's core mission—empowering every investor with technology to pursue long-term growth and making every financial decision smarter.

Announcements Across Hong Kong and the U.S. — Witnessed by Global Icons

The tournament was formally unveiled at press conferences in Hong Kong and the United States, each with a distinguished guest list.

The U.S. event was led by LPGA Commissioner Craig Kessler and LPGA Chief Tour Business and Operations Officer Ricki Lask, alongside world-class players including Chinese star Ruoning Yin and Thailand’s Patty Tavatanakit, voiced great excitement for the tournament’s debut in Hong Kong.

(From left) Carlee Snyder, Communication Lead of Moomoo U.S., Sum Huang, CEO of SMK, Ricki Lasky, LPGA Chief Tour Business and Operations Officer, Ruoning Yin, Craig Kessler, LPGA Commissioner, Patty Tavatanakit, Neil McDonald, CEO of Moomoo U.S., and Casey Ceman, LPGA Vice President of Tournament Business Affairs, officially unveiled this landmark new tournament at the press conference in Boston, U.S.

The Hong Kong event was equally distinguished, bringing together Mr. Chris Madsen, Managing Director, LPGA APAC, representatives from the Hong Kong Tourism Board, Dr. Jack Wong, Chairman of The Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club, and Hong Kong's top player Tiffany Chan, among other guests, to jointly witness the official announcement of this premier Asian sporting event.

(From left) Hong Kong, China's player Tiffany Chan; Dr. Jack Wong, Chairman of The Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club; Mr. Chris Madsen, Managing Director of the LPGA APAC Region; Ms. Rachel Li, Co-Founder of Futu Holdings Limited, Mr. Kenneth Lam, JP, President of the Golf Association of Hong Kong, China; Ms. Marilyn Tham, General Manager of Mega Events Development & Advancement, Hong Kong Tourism Board

Mr. Chris Madsen, Managing Director, LPGA APAC, said: "Futu is an outstanding partner whose vision aligns closely with ours. Hong Kong possesses world-class event infrastructure and international market advantages, making it an ideal home for a premier tour event. We look forward to working together to take women's golf in Asia to new heights."

Supporting the Events Economy and Hong Kong’s Global Standing

Rooted in Hong Kong, serving the globe—that is the longstanding foundation of Futu's growth. Bringing a top-tier LPGA event to the city for the first time reflects our commitment to the Hong Kong government’s Mega Events Economy initiative.

By introducing a leading international sports property, we aim to draw global attention to Hong Kong, support the city’s cultural tourism and events economy, enrich its calendar of major international occasions, and further strengthen Hong Kong’s standing as a world city.

Futu Crafts an Unrivaled Event Experience to Showcase Hong Kong’s Unique Charm

Bringing this world-class international sporting event to Hong Kong not only celebrates the city’s unique charm and elevates its global standing, but also highlights Futu’s commitment to connecting deeply with the global elite. Moving forward, we look forward to delivering unique tournament experiences and exclusive, high-value services to our users worldwide.

In March 2027, the world's top women golfers will converge at Clearwater Bay, Hong Kong, for a showcase of elite competition. Futu users will have the opportunity to enjoy exclusive benefits, including:

– Pro-Am Participation: Team up and compete alongside world-class players on the same course.

– LPGA Official Gala Dinner: Attend an exclusive evening event with direct access to tour players and industry leaders.

– Futu VIP Exclusive Suite: Watch world-class competition from a private vantage point.

Stay tuned for more exclusive user perks and unique on-the-ground experiences!

Precision in every swing decides the contest; long-term positioning builds lasting wealth.

Future is in Play. The game has begun—join Futu in taking every winning shot.

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