China's 15th National Games

2025-12-17

Highlights of China's paralympic and special games in 180 seconds

The 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games concluded on December 15, after eight days of competition across Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao. The event brought together 7,824 athletes from 34 regional delegations, featuring 46 sports, including wheelchair basketball, blind football, para swimming, and athletics.

2025-12-16

China's 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities, 9th Special Olympics close

China's 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games concluded on Monday in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province.

2025-12-12

"Greater Bay Chicken": National Games Mascots win hearts online

The mascots for China's 15th National Games, two Chinese white dolphins named Xiyangyang and Lerongrong, have picked up a surprising nickname online. Many internet users now fondly call them "Greater Bay Chicken," a playful reference to Guangdong's well-known chicken dishes. The name has gained popularity, turning the pair into favorite stickers and memes, especially in Guangzhou.

2025-12-11

Guangdong fields largest-ever boccia team at National Paralympic Games

The boccia event of the 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games opened on December 9 at Hong Kong's Kai Tak Sports Park, with Guangdong sending its largest-ever delegation of 19 athletes to compete.

2025-11-26

Torch relay for disability games to begin in Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao simultaneously

The torch relay for the 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games will commence simultaneously in Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hong Kong, and Macao starting Saturday. The games run from Dec 8 to 15.

2025-11-21

A feast for all senses: 2025 Guangzhou International Gourmet Festival blends food, culture & sports

The main venue is divided into 10 zones, featuring specialties from China's eight major cuisines, Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) delicacies, intangible cultural heritage foods, AI-powered culinary creations, and sports nutrition meals.

2025-11-20

Cross-cultural culinary encounter: Republic of the Congo media impressed by 15th National Games cuisine

On November 17, a 28-member media delegation from the Republic of the Congo discovered more than just sports during their visit to the 15th National Games Main Press Center; they also enjoyed delicious dishes.

2025-11-19

Games bolster Guangzhou's global sports hub credentials

The ongoing 15th National Games are playing a major role in helping Guangzhou, the Guangdong provincial capital, accelerate its development as an internationally renowned sports hub.

2025-11-14

Guangdong Museum exhibition reveals historical roots of China's National Games

A new exhibition at the Guangdong Museum reveals the historical inspiration behind the "Ao Fish" figure that captivated audiences during the opening ceremony of China's 15th National Games earlier this month. The creature's design draws from a 19th-century ceramic roof ornament displayed in "The Love and Memory of the Greater Bay Area," which opened on November 11 to coincide with the Games.

2025-11-14

Foreign experts in Guangzhou praise spectacular opening of 15th National Games

On November 9, nineteen foreign experts from countries including France, Portugal, Australia, and Singapore attended the opening ceremony of the 15th National Games at the Guangzhou Olympic Sports Center. The guests were invited by the Guangzhou Municipal Science and Technology Bureau (Foreign Experts Bureau of Guangzhou).

2025-11-13

GBA: where mountains meet seas, future is being forged

In the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, a grand event, the 15th National Games, unfolds with sweeping momentum.

2025-11-12

IOC Honorary President for Life Bach praises the excellent opening ceremony of 15th National Games

On November 10, International Olympic Committee Honorary President for Life Thomas Bach visited the Nansha Sports Center in Guangzhou to watch Wushu Taolu events at China's 15th National Games. Bach said that this is his third time coming to China to participate in the National Games, and each time the Games have been better organized than the last.

2025-11-12

IOC President Coventry praises Guangzhou as a wonderful city

On the morning of November 10, International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry visited Nansha Sports Center in Guangzhou and watched Wushu Taolu events at China's 15th National Games. Coventry highly praised the competition and athletes and expressed her anticipation for Wushu's debut as a sport at the Youth Olympic Games in 2026.

2025-11-11

China Xplained | Why China's 15th National Games matters beyond sports?

But this year is special: for the first time in history, Guangdong Province and two Special Administrative Regions—Hong Kong and Macao—are co-hosting the National Games.

2025-11-11

Lingnan intangible cultural heritage at China's 15th National Games: Random stitch embroidery

Have you heard of random stitch embroidery? What happens when embroidery meets a sports event?

2025-11-10

Cross-border ambulance service between Guangzhou and Hong Kong launched on November 9

Starting November 9, the cross-border ambulance transfer service between Guangzhou and Hong Kong has officially commenced. This "green channel for life" connecting Guangzhou's Nansha District and Hong Kong marks the entry of cross-boundary medical rescue cooperation in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area into a new stage. It provides comprehensive, efficient, professional, and safe medical support for patients in need of cross-border transfer.

2025-11-10

All set! Highlights of 15th National Games

2025-11-10

China's first cross-boundary National Games open with splendor, unity

Chinese President Xi Jinping declared the 15th National Games open Sunday evening at the Guangdong Olympic Sports Center, marking the first time the country's premier multi-sport event has been jointly hosted by Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao.

2025-11-04

Service adjustments to Guangzhou Metro and bus during 15th National Games

To ensure the smooth operation of events related to the 15th National Games, including rehearsals, the torch relay, and the opening ceremony, adjustments will be made to Guangzhou's metro and bus services.

2025-11-03

First-ever cross-boundary torch relay held for China's National Games

China's National Games celebrated a milestone on Sunday as its first cross-boundary torch relay is held simultaneously in Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao, with one week before the Games opens.