Fervent Spurs supporters delight in a spectacle of the club's emblem orchestrated by drones at the waterfront of Hong Kong
Tottenham Hotspur's Drone Show Celebrates Football Culture in Hong Kong
Tottenham Hotspur Football Club made history on Wednesday night as they played their first north London derby match outside the UK, and to mark the occasion, a spectacular drone show was organised. The event, which took place at the Kerry Hotel and lasted for 20 minutes, was a centrepiece of Hong Kong’s inaugural large-scale football celebration.
Hundreds of spectators, including local and overseas Tottenham Hotspur fans, gathered at the Hung Hom waterfront to witness the show. Fans walked around the premises and along the waterfront to get a prime view of the drone show, with some arriving as early as the morning in hopes of seeing their favourite players.
The drone show paid tribute to Tottenham's heritage and passionate global supporters, featuring dynamic Tottenham-themed animations and images over Victoria Harbour. The show began at 7.30pm, and fans reacted enthusiastically, cheering, clapping, shouting, and chanting throughout.
One fan, David Park, a Tottenham fan from the UK, found the drone show captivating, particularly the rotating trophy and the cockerel featured in the club's crest. Another spectator, Ha Byung-jun, a 21-year-old student and Tottenham fan from South Korea, was also impressed by the show.
The drone show symbolised both a tribute to Tottenham's storied past and a promotional highlight of the festival, coinciding with a high-profile match at Kai Tak Stadium. The event is expected to generate an economic boost of up to HK$428 million (US$54.5 million) to Hong Kong’s local economy through tourism and fan activities.
This event's significance lies in its role as a centrepiece of Hong Kong’s inaugural large-scale football celebration, highlighting the city's growing enthusiasm for international football and fan engagement. It also served as a unique cultural moment, connecting Tottenham’s history and identity with a global audience, while energizing local supporters who gathered to witness the show and catch glimpses of players staying nearby.
In summary, the Tottenham-themed drone show was both a celebration of football culture and heritage and a significant promotional event reflecting Hong Kong’s growing status as a host city for major international football events.
Football fans, both local and overseas, flocked to the Hung Hom waterfront to watch the captivating drone show commemorating Tottenham Hotspur's heritage in football. The show, filled with dynamic animations and images, was a testament to the club's global support and a symbol of Tottenham's enduring presence in football culture.
