English professional snooker player Ronnie O'Sullivan became a resident of Hong Kong last year through the Quality Migrant Admission Scheme. Today (July 23), the snooker club he co-founded, JJ8 Hong Kong Snooker Club, officially opened.
JJ8 is located at the T G Place onShing Yip Street in Kwun Tong. The opening ceremony attracted many fans for support, making for a lively atmosphere. JJ8 is the first club in Hong Kong to focus on Chinese snooker (zhong ba), and in addition to Chinese snooker tables, it also features English snooker tables. The entertainment area includes dart machines and a party room, as well as Chinese and Western kitchens and dining facilities. As a diverse entertainment venue, JJ8 aims to promote snooker throughout Hong Kong and nurture more young players.
In the opening speech, JJ8 CEO expressed confidence that snooker in Hong Kong is poised for a breakthrough. He noted that snooker is a new industry in Hong Kong with unlimited possibilities. JJ8 aims to promote snooker culture and organize related events, hoping to nurture a new generation of players to bring glory to Hong Kong on the international stage.
O'Sullivan stated that he is thrilled about JJ8's opening in Hong Kong and feels honored to join the team, as they have created a fantastic venue for everyone to enjoy. He described the experience of being there as "dreamlike." O'Sullivan expressed his anticipation of spending more time at JJ8 to train and enjoy playing in Hong Kong.
Regarding preparations for the upcoming Shanghai Masters, O'Sullivan candidly remarked, "I've actually been preparing for this my whole life," explaining that he has been working to become the best version of himself since childhood and feels very confident. He added that he continues to train and is eager to compete with talented young players.
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