Constance Chan, 22, says breakup was mutual, asks for privacy as parents Eason and Hilary offer support
Constance Chan, the 22-year-old daughter of Hong Kong pop icon Eason Chan and fashion designer Hilary Tsui, has confirmed she and Hong Kong’s top-ranked tennis player, Coleman Wong, have ended their relationship. The confirmation came during an appearance on Commercial Radio’s outdoor live broadcast in Hong Kong on Thursday (24 October), roughly a month after the couple unfollowed each other on social media, fueling breakup rumors.
“We have broken up. I’m feeling a bit down,” Chan told reporters. She emphasized the decision was mutual but declined to disclose the reason for the split or the exact timing. “A breakup is ultimately a matter between two people,” she said. “I hope everyone can give us space.”
Wong had previously acknowledged the breakup during a live-streamed interview in late September, becoming the first of the two to address the speculation. Chan said the couple never formally announced their relationship when it began, so there was no pre-agreed plan on how to handle the public disclosure of its end.
A relationship that went public, then silent
The two were first linked in February after media outlets reported they had been quietly seeing each other. They went public with their romance in April, with Chan often spotted courtside at Wong’s matches. Their relationship was seen as a rare cross-over between Hong Kong’s entertainment and sports circles.
But by late September, eagle-eyed followers noticed both had unfollowed each other on Instagram. Soon after, Wong appeared on a local livestream and admitted the relationship had ended, though he did not elaborate.
Family support and one lingering “like”
When asked whether her parents had comforted her, Chan said, “They are very supportive of me.” Both Eason Chan and Hilary Tsui have kept a low profile regarding their daughter’s personal life.
One detail that caught public attention: after the breakup, Chan was seen having “liked” a news report about Wong’s medal-winning performance at the Asian Games in Hangzhou last year. She explained that action was purely about sportsmanship. “I just saw the news. He brought honor to Hong Kong, so I was happy for him,” she said. “I hope he keeps achieving good results.”
Chan added that she had not coordinated with Wong about when either of them would speak publicly about the split. “After we separated, there’s naturally no need to deliberately align on timing,” she said.
Broader context: Spotlight on private lives
The breakup highlights the intense media scrutiny faced by children of Hong Kong’s entertainment royalty. Constance Chan, who has largely stayed out of the limelight despite her famous parents, has occasionally made headlines for her studies and low-key lifestyle. Her relationship with Wong, 23, a rising tennis star who represented Hong Kong at the Asian Games and Davis Cup, drew widespread interest.
For now, both parties appear focused on their respective paths. Wong continues to train for upcoming tournaments, while Chan is believed to be pursuing personal projects. The public, meanwhile, has been reminded that even in the age of social media, some conversations remain private.
This article is based on statements made by Constance Chan during a Commercial Radio outdoor broadcast on 24 October.