Phil Mickelson and Li Haotong Inspire Junior Golfers in Macao
(Macao,
October
21, 2019) –
Las Vegas Sands Corp.
(NYSE: LVS) and Sands China Ltd. hosted
legendary professional golfer Phil Mickelson
and rising Chinese golf star Li Haotong
today in Macao. During a press conference in
the afternoon, Sands announced an ongoing
partnership with Li as a global brand
ambassador for the integrated resort group.
The stars took part in a morning Pro-Am
Tournament at Macao Golf and Country Club,
followed by the highlight of the day, a
junior golf clinic with 30 young golfers
from the Macao Junior Golf Club Association,
the Zhang Lianwei Sports Development
Foundation and Macau Special Olympics.
Boasting two European Tour victories at the
age of 24 and rated as one of the most
exciting up and coming players in the game,
Li made a huge impression at the golf
clinic, demonstrating his putting acumen and
participating in a lively skills challenge.
“We had a lot of fun coaching some promising
young golfers today. It was an inspiring
afternoon for us all and I hope they’ll walk
away with a few helpful pointers. The young
athletes here seem very dedicated to
improving their skills. It is so exciting to
see that golf is loved and played by so many
young people here in Macao,” said Li.
Mickelson, who was visiting Macao for the
first time, commented: “During my career I
have been fortunate to travel the world
playing golf and to come to new places like
Macao is very special. I’m very grateful to
have this opportunity and have enjoyed my
stay here at The Venetian.”
Dr. Wilfred Wong, president of Sands China
Ltd., said: “Sands China has always placed
importance on leveraging our entertainment
and leisure events to give the local
community a chance to interact with some of
the leading figures in their industries. We
hope this youth clinic inspires its
participants to work hard for their goals
while learning from these two exceptional
professionals as they share their skills and
passion for their sport.”
This event is just one example of Las Vegas
Sands role in bringing sporting events and
professional athletes to Macao. Sands has
demonstrated its commitment to increasing
access to opportunities for young people in
Macao through its partnerships with
ambassadors like British football icon David
Beckham.
Hetzer Siu Yu Hong, chief executive officer
and national director of Macau Special
Olympics, said: “Sands China has established
a long history of engaging with our
athletes. Our members have thoroughly
enjoyed their interactions with superstars
like David Beckham at Sands China’s events,
and they were very excited to be meeting two
famous professional golfers at this clinic.
MSO is grateful to Sands China for their
continued effort to support our mission of
inclusiveness for Macao’s athletes with
intellectual disabilities.”
Rob Goldstein, president and chief operating
officer of Las Vegas Sands Corp., said: “We
are honored to have Phil and Haotong in
Macao and glad that they were able to
connect with our guests and the local
community. We are committed to supporting
Macao’s transformation into a world-class
leisure and business tourism destination and
will continue to work with role models like
Phil and Haotong who inspire and educate the
local community here.”
Photo caption: Sands holds a press conference Monday at Macao Golf and Country Club to announce an ongoing partnership with rising Chinese golf star Li Haotong as a global brand ambassador for the integrated resort group.
Photo caption:
Las Vegas Sands Corp. and Sands China Ltd. host legendary
professional golfer Phil Mickelson and rising Chinese golf
star Li Haotong in Macao on Monday. The visit was
highlighted by a youth clinic conducted by the two golfers.
Left to right: Timothy Cheong Lok Tin, president of the
Macau Junior Golf Association; Phil Mickelson; Dr. Wilfred
Wong, president of Sands China Ltd.; Pun Weng Kun, president
of the MSAR Sports Bureau; Ron Reese, senior vice president
of global communications and corporate affairs for Las Vegas
Sands Corp.; Li Haotong; Hetzer Siu Yu Hong, CEO and
national director of Macau Special Olympics.
Photo caption: Dr. Wong, Pun Weng Kun and Ron Reese take a ceremonial tee shot ahead of the junior golf camp event on Monday.
Photo caption: Legendary professional golfer Phil Mickelson, rising Chinese golf star Li Haotong, and officiating guests pose with young golfers in Macao at a junior golf clinic Monday.
Photo caption: Rising Chinese golf star Li Haotong has been named a global brand ambassador for Sands.
Photo caption: Legendary professional golfer Phil Mickelson interacts with young golfers in Macao at a junior golf clinic Monday.