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Major Champion Yin And Lpga Star He Headline Powerhouse Chinese Line-Up At Aramco China ChampionshipNews Archive / 2025-10-28Former World No 1 and Major champion Ruoning Yin will headline alongside fellow Chinese star Muni He at the Aramco China Championship, set for 6-8 November 2025 at Mission Hills China – the series finale of the 2025 PIF Global Series on the Ladies European Tour (LET). Both Yin and He secured top-10 finishes at the 2024 edition of the event in Shenzhen with Yin taking ninth at 11-under-par and He tied for 10th at 10-under. Yin, also known as ‘Ronni,’ is currently ranked World No.3 and serves as a Golf Saudi ambassador. After three top-10 finishes already this season, she is targeting a first victory of the year, while through her ambassadorship she hopes to inspire young girls to come out and support her as part of the PIF Global Series’ commitment to empowering women. The five-time LPGA champion, who narrowly missed a second Major title this year after a five-player playoff loss to Mao Saigo at the Chevron Championship, is relishing her return to Mission Hills China. Ruoning Yin said: “It’s always a great feeling to be back home and play in front of family and friends. I don’t get many opportunities to compete in China, so every time I do, it’s extra special. I learned a lot from my performance in Shenzhen last year, and I’m really excited to return this year. “As for Mission Hills Resort, I’ve only played this course once, but I think the key to a good performance is definitely on the greens. If I want to shoot a low score, I need to put more focus on my putting.” Golf Saudi will once again take centre stage as the organisers of the season-ending Aramco China Championship, underscoring their ongoing commitment to growing the game in the region and empowering women in sport. The event promises to be a blockbuster conclusion to the 2025 PIF Global Series, showcasing top international talent alongside China’s rising stars. With more high-profile players set to be confirmed in the coming weeks, Golf Saudi continues to highlight its ambition to elevate women’s golf globally while inspiring the next generation of female athletes. He, one of China’s most recognisable golfers, is no stranger to Mission Hills China. Having previously lived in Shenzhen and spent countless hours practicing at the venue, she describes the course as feeling like ‘home’. Muni He said: “Fun fact, it’s actually when I first started golfing, I was about five years old, and at the age of six, we actually moved to Shenzhen for eight months. So it’s kind of a full circle to be able to go back and, you know, now compete there at the highest levels of golf, but, yeah, it brings back a lot of really good memories just walking through the clubhouse with the same colours on the walls and things like that. It makes me feel right at home. “Last year was the first year that we had the tournament out there, and the amount of support I had from the fans was really, really amazing to me. It made me feel really emotional, and I’m really looking forward to it. It’s a different type of environment, because the fans are so passionate. And, you know, they’re there to cheer you on no matter what and they really do say just sweet things to you every hole. It is different, but it’s the type of pressure that is good.” The PIF Global Series is a Ladies European Tour–sanctioned initiative, with this event serving as the fifth and final stop of the 2025 series following tournaments in Saudi Arabia, South Korea, England, and the United States. The LET season will then conclude later in November with its finale in Andalucía, Spain. Spectators can expect thrilling, world-class golf, a showcase of the very best in women’s competition, and a spectacular finale to the PIF Global Series to cap off an unforgettable 2025 season. Tickets for the Aramco China Championship are now available, with prices starting from 200 RMB and free entry for children under 18. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit: https://www.247tickets.com/t/aramco-china-championship For the latest news and information on the PIF Global Series, www.pifglobalseries.com About Golf Saudi Golf Saudi facilitates uptake and participation in golf through the delivery of world-class facilities, operational excellence and the implementation of industry best practice to position the Kingdom as an exceptional golfing nation. Combined with grass roots training and education programmes that introduce people to the game at the earliest opportunity and with the greatest ease, Golf Saudi is committed to delivering a dynamic national development programme that transforms the golfing landscape. Twitter: @Golf_Saudi Instagram: @Golf_Saudi Facebook: @GolfSaudi About the Ladies European Tour The LET inspires women and girls to pursue their passion and realise their potential through the game of golf. At our core, we aim to build and deliver an extensive competitive schedule of events to enable our strong, energetic, proud and confident players to compete at the highest level, pursue their dreams and lead by example. Our diverse and multicultural membership of 402 professional golfers represents as many as 43 countries. We are a global tour with roots in Europe. We aim to entertain and excite, but also to enhance health and quality of life, as a responsible, committed and respectful partner. Inspiring – our players are inspiring role models to follow and encourage others to pursue their own dreams. Passionate – we are driven by a passion to perform to our full potential and get better every day. It’s not just about the money or the glory, but a true love for the game. Committed – we are fiercely committed to continuous improvement and recognise the grit that it takes to achieve long-term goals. 2024 marks the 46th season of golf tournaments since the professional tour was founded in November 1978. This year’s schedule includes 31 events in 20 different countries and a prize fund of at least €35 million. The LET Access Series is the official development tour of the LET, formed to give players an opportunity to compete and progress onto the LET and achieve their dreams in professional golf. About Mission Hills Group The Mission Hills Group – owner and operator of world-class resorts in the heart of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and the Hainan Free Trade Port – is a pioneer in China’s hospitality, sports and leisure industry. The fully-integrated Mission Hills resorts span more than 40 square kilometers, including 22 championship golf courses – making it the world’s largest golf facility – plus five-star hotels, award-winning spas and volcanic mineral springs, international convention centers, state-of-the-art golf academies, a 28-pitch football training base, Asia’s largest basketball school and Asia’s biggest tennis facility. Other significant projects at Mission Hills include shopping and entertainment at Mission Hills Centreville, Bromsgrove School Mission Hills in collaboration with the 550-year-old British boarding school, co-operations with world-renowned hotel brands Hard Rock, Renaissance and Ritz-Carlton, Mission Hills Movie Town, and ground-breaking partnerships with NBA and PGA of America. Instagram: @MISSIONHILLSCHINA Facebook: @MISSIONHILLSCHINA Youtube: @MISSIONHILLSCHINAView Detail -
All eyes on Shenzhen as PIF Global Series concludes with Aramco China Championship season finaleNews Archive / 2025-09-12Empowerment of women players, investment opportunities and tourism will be significant themes as Golf Saudi-backed series returns to Mission Hills China The PIF Global Series is set for a scintillating return to Mission Hills China, as the Aramco China Championship takes its place as the season-ending finale on the 2025 schedule. After stops in Saudi Arabia, South Korea, England and the United States, the curtain will come down on a season of world-class women’s golf in Shenzhen from 6–8 November. In 2024, French star Celine Boutier claimed the title with a two-stroke victory, her sixth career win on the Ladies European Tour (LET). Team Tamburlini topped the leaderboard in the team competition, edging to a one-shot triumph with a 37-under-par total. This year’s event – which is again organised by Golf Saudi – will welcome a global field of stars competing in the season finale of the PIF Global Series, before the Ladies European Tour concludes its 2025 schedule with one final stop in Andalucía, Spain at the end of November. These events open doors for women to showcase their talent on the biggest stages, competing against the very best in the world. Thanks to the vision and commitment of Golf Saudi, these opportunities continue to grow, empowering female golfers to reach new heights and inspire the next generation. Tenniel Chu, Vice Chairman of Mission Hills China and Honorary Vice Chairman of the China Golf Association, said Mission Hills has always been more than just a golf course – it's a stage for moments that resonate far beyond the fairways. To welcome back the Aramco China Championship as the finale of the PIF Global Series is not only an honor, but a chance to showcase once again the energy, culture and passion for golf that make this place unique. We're excited to see the world’s best players write the next chapter of that story here in Shenzhen, as we celebrate the city's 45th anniversary as the heart of the Greater Bay Area.” As well as a world-class field, Golf Saudi’s clinics will be encouraging the next generation of passionate golf fans to take up the sport, while panels and themes throughout the event will focus on tourism between China and KSA as well as investment opportunities between the countries. The PIF Global Series is far more than a collection of five tournaments across the globe – it represents the pinnacle of the Ladies European Tour. With the player line-up set to be revealed in the coming weeks along with ticketing, anticipation is already building for what promises to be a thrilling finale to the PIF Global Series. Fans can look forward to world-class competition, a celebration of women’s golf at the highest level, and a fitting stage to close out a landmark 2025 season. To stay updated and learn more about the PIF Global Series, visit: www.pifglobalseries.comView Detail -
2025 PCL Asia Finals successfully concluded in Shenzhen, heralding the beginning of the Asian pickleball eraNews Archive / 2025-08-11Shenzhen, August 9-10, 2025—The 2025 PCL Asia Finals, jointly organized by the PCL Asia Pickleball League and Ramsports Group, commenced with great fanfare at the Ramsports Pickleball Stadium in Mission Hills Shenzhen. This tournament assembled elite teams from seven regions throughout Asia, including Beijing, Hong Kong, the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Vietnam, signifying the formal introduction of Asian pickleball into a new phase of advanced league development. Esteemed guests convened at Mission Hills Shenzhen, including notable figures from the pickleball community, such as Steve Kuhn, the founder of the Pickleball Championship League (PCL), and the Dynamic Global Pickleball Rating System (DUPR). Alex Yuen, President of the PCL, Tenniel Chu, Vice Chairman of the Mission Hills Group, Ms. Cissy Wang, founder of the Y.E.N. Charity Foundation, Mr. Jan Papi, Chairman and CEO of the World Pickleball Championship, and principal from Sanya University Sports College. Delegations from the Malaysian, Philippine, Singapore, and Vietnam Pickleball Associations were also in attendance, all gathered to participate in and witness this significant PCL Asia event. Building the Asian Pickleball Dream Together Steve Kuhn stated, "A few years ago, we were still discussing how to promote pickleball in Asia. Now, we are witnessing teams from multiple countries competing on the court. This is a blend of cultures and marks the starting point of the Asian pickleball era." Alex Yuen said, "PCL Asia is increasingly becoming a platform connecting the Asian pickleball community. Ramsports will continue to provide professional venues and resource support, making pickleball not just a competitive sport, but also a part of urban life." PCL AsiaPCL Asia is Not an End, but a Beginning; the Asian Pickleball Era Officially Sets Sail On the evening of August 10, with the final precise shot landing, the Philippine team defeated the Vietnamese team 3-0 in the finals to claim the 2025 PCL Asia Finals championship. The venue erupted in applause, pushing the atmosphere to a climax. This pinnacle showdown was not only highly technical but also showcased the maturity and breakthroughs of Asian players in terms of tactical coordination and psychological resilience. In the earlier third-place playoff, the Hong Kong team and the Guangzhou team shared the third place. The tournament organizing committee adopted a system of joint third place to recognize the tenacious struggle and excellent competitive performance demonstrated by both teams in this tournament. Both teams stood on the podium together, receiving warm applause from the audience. Over the two-day competition, eight teams engaged in multiple rounds of round-robin matches, each filled with suspense and excitement. Many young players emerged prominently in the matches, injecting new vitality into Asian pickleball. This victory not only highlights the outstanding strength of the champion team but also marks an overall leap in Asian pickleball in terms of competitive level, event organization, and audience base. With the successful conclusion of the PCL Asia Finals, Asian pickleball is moving towards a new stage of professionalism and internationalization at an unprecedented speed. Cheer for the 15th National Games Over the past weekend, Mission Hills Shenzhen was full of energy and youth. Inside the Ramsports Pickleball Stadium, the intense battles of the PCL Championship League Asia Finals unfolded; at the Mission Hills Ecological Sports Park, the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area Youth Tennis Tournament and the first stop of the 2025 Shenzhen Youth U Series Tennis Points Competition were in full swing, with 168 youth players from the Greater Bay Area showcasing their tennis skills; on the basketball court of MH Mall Shenzhen, the 2025 FIBA OPEN 3×3 - MH MALL Shenzhen Stop kicked off grandly, and Yang Zhimei, who once won the Asian Cup Women's 3×3 Championship, appeared on the court, arousing cheers from fans. Tenniel Chu said that Mission Hills Group has always advocated "GOLF & MORE" and has been paying attention to the development of various sports in China. This year is the year of the 15th National Games, and it is also the first time that the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area has jointly hosted the National Games. As a representative of cultural and sports enterprises rooted in the Greater Bay Area for a long time, Mission Hills will host international golf events such as Golfathon, the Greater Bay Area Team League, and PIF Shenzhen Championship 2025 this year to create an atmosphere, cheer for the 15th National Games, and showcase the vitality and charm of the Greater Bay Area through sports.View Detail