Hong Kong Golf Club event raises HK$4 million for charity in spite of pandemic

Organisers of an annual charity golf tournament have said that in spite of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, 2020 proved to be one of the event's most successful years.The 33rd Cup of Kindness kicked off on a blazing hot Sunday at the Hong Kong Golf Club's Fanling course on October 11. Held every autumn, the event saw 200 club members compete against one another, the youngest being just 11 years old.In addition to the competition taking place on the course, off it, members also vied for a…

Hong Kong Golf Club event raises HK$4 million for charity in spite of pandemic
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Hong Kong Golf Club event raises HK$4 million for charity in spite of pandemic

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