Li Na named Hong Kong Tennis Open's director
Organisers of the Hong Kong Tennis Open on Wednesday named two-time Grand Slam winner Li Na as the tournament's director.  The former world number two from China said she looks forward to watching top female players at the competition, with former US Open Champion Emma Raducanu, Paris mixed doubles silver medallist Wang Xinyu and defending Hong Kong Open champion Leylah Fernandez among the field.  "I also hope to add my own experience to help participating players push their own personal limits in achieving tournament success," Li, who retired a decade ago, said in a video conference. The president of the Hong Kong, China Tennis Association, Michael Cheng, thanked Li for agreeing to oversee the event, which he called one of the most significant sporting occasions in Hong Kong's sporting calendar. The tournament, which is part of the WTA 250 series, will take place at Victoria Park from October 26 to November 3.