Racing to the beat of the drum
As the city prepares for the 2026 Macao International Dragon Boat Races, the sound of drums once again echoes across Nam Van Lake
As the city prepares for the 2026 Macao International Dragon Boat Races, the sound of drums once again echoes across Nam Van Lake
Kam Chin Pok’s cycling journey stretches from the streets of Macao, where he first rode as an amateur, to the demanding circuits of Asia and Europe as a professional rider. Now a member of the China Anta-Mentech Cycling Team, the 23-year-old is learning what it takes to compete at the highest level
After securing Macao’s first women’s gold at the National Games, karateka Fong Man Wai is preparing for her next challenge on the Asian Games stage
The 15th National Games marked a turning point for Macao, with the city showcasing its strongest sporting performance to date in any edition of the Games, while deepening cooperation across the Greater Bay Area
The 15th National Games has highlighted the growing role of sport in advancing Macao’s “one centre, one platform, one base” development strategy, extending its impact beyond competition into tourism, trade and cultural exchange
Macao recorded its best-ever performance at the National Games, achieving a historic medal haul that marked a significant milestone in the city’s sporting development
From a grand, centrally staged showcase in 1959 to a sprawling, multi-city spectacle crossing administrative boundaries, the National Games of the People’s Republic of China have mirrored the country’s social and economic transformations
Chao Man Hou is a record-holding swimmer whose talent has taken him around the world. Currently training for the National Games, the professional athlete proudly represents the potential of Macao’s sporting scene.
Macao saw two new skateparks open in March alone, and one has already hosted the Greater Bay Area’s first international skateboarding competition. Local skater Diogo de Sousa Silverio hopes this momentum will inspire young talent and cement the sport’s place in the city.
Fast-paced and fun to watch, handball remains an emerging sport in Macao. Local proponents see the upcoming National Games as a chance to inspire new talent and prove that even a small team can make a big impact when passion, perseverance and pride meet on the court.