In celebration of International Women's month, Tatler partnered up with Lancôme to plan an exclusive event for eight trailblazing and outstanding women from the Tatler community at the Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur
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On March 5, these exceptional women, namely Shahliza Rafik, Tamara Lim, Yi Ping Teo, Su Chen, Mily Liang, Zaireen Iskandar, Natalie Tan and Lim Siu Tin, took a break from their busy schedules to indulge in a game of tennis followed by an afternoon of luxury and pampering. Arriving at the poolside cabanas at Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur, they were greeted by Christian Lee, former national tennis player and co-founder of Tribe Boxing Studio, who would be their coach and guide for the morning.
Before hitting the tennis courts under the sun, they made sure to lather up on Lancôme's Absolue UV Precious Cells Global Youth Protector SPF 50, which provides 12-hour protection from UVA and UVB rays. Feeling refreshed and ready to go, they headed down to gear up and start warming up their strokes and serve.
Game Time
Split into four teams, the friendly tennis match was finally underway. The court came alive with a competitive spirit and the satisfying sounds of powerful backhands and overhead serves, as the guests approached the game with intense focus and tenacity. Between matches, there were friendly banters and easy conversations about their shared love for the sport as they caught their breaths, rehydrated and reapplied sunscreen.
The final match between the two top-scoring teams kept everyone on the edge of their seat as Yi Ping and Tamara started strong with an impressive lead. Their opponents, Natalie and Zaireen had the audience transfixed as they managed to narrow the gap with strategic volleys and powerful crosscourt shots. But it was Yi Ping and Tamara who eventually emerged victorious.
See also: Level Up Your Tennis Game at Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur
