The Tennis Inter Royal Club Trophy Challenge 2025 brought together sportsmanship, camaraderie, and tradition on a memorable Saturday at RSGC. Held on 5 April 2025, this prestigious tournament welcomed three esteemed royal clubs, Royal Lake Club, Royal Port Dickson Yacht Club, and Royal Selangor Club.
The day began early in the morning with players, officials, and supporters arriving at the RSGC’s grass court. Registration and breakfast commenced at 8.00 am offering participants a chance to settle in, collect their match kits, and fuel up before the competition. A light breakfast buffet was served at the Poolside Pavilion, allowing club members to mingle and reconnect before the matches began.\
At 8.45 am, players from all three clubs were called for a short briefing, outlining the match structure, rules, and safety procedures for the day. Following the briefing, all players and officials gathered on the grass courts for a formal photo session, a key highlight that captured the unity and spirit of inter-club competition.
The first round of matches began at 9.30 am with Round 1. Players battled it out on the grass courts in a series of five doubles matches per tie, representing their respective clubs with pride and precision. The early morning matches saw a healthy display of skill, strategy, and teamwork. The tournament was structured into three competitive rounds, with each club fielding their best players in rotation to ensure a fair and balanced play environment.
After a brief rest and lunch, play resumed with Round 2, which commenced promptly at 1.00 pm. As the sun climbed higher, players adapted to the warmer conditions and faster court pace. Despite the rising temperatures, enthusiasm remained high as the second round saw several close-fought games, with each club pushing to gain the upper hand in the standings.
At approximately 4.00 pm, as Round 3 was scheduled to begin, the weather conditions began to change. With dark clouds rolling in and the first drops of rain hitting the courts, the organising committee made a swift decision to relocate the third-round matches to the covered courts to ensure player safety and match continuity.
The transition was smooth and efficient, with all teams quickly adjusting to the change of surface and environment. The final round concluded at 7.00 pm.
The tournament culminated with a prize presentation and closing dinner at the Banquet Hall. Guests and players gathered for a formal evening, where trophies were presented to the winning club and commendations were given for notable individual and team performances. After all scores were reviewed and confirmed, Royal Port Dickson Yacht Club was officially declared the overall champion of the Tennis Inter Royal Club Trophy Challenge 2025. Their steady performance and strong team coordination across all three rounds secured them the title, edging ahead of the competition with hard fought but ultimately convincing margins.
The Tennis Inter Royal Club Trophy Challenge 2025 was more than just a tournament, it was a celebration of heritage, sportsmanship, and the enduring bond between Malaysia’s royal clubs. With continued support and participation, the tradition promises to grow stronger in the years to come.
