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1. Shard Calculation

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Response:

Calculated Shard: 192 (from laksa105)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa192.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.scmp.com/topics/2025-national-games\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.scmp.com/topics/2025-national-games\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/2025-national-games","crawl_time":1773550111,"first_indexed_time":1733258655,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,scmp!www,\/topics\/2025-national-games s443","src_root_hash":"5290383057170217192","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"2025 National Games: Latest News and Updates | South China Morning Post","meta_descriptions":["The 15th National Games will be held in Hong Kong, Guangzhou and Macau from November 9 to 21, 2025. Held every four years, the National Games is considered China’s highest multi-sport event."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"2025 National Games\nThe 15th National Games will be held in Hong Kong, Guangzhou and Macau from November 9 to 21, 2025. Held every four years, the National Games is considered China’s highest multi-sport event.\nSwimming\nChina swimmer Li Bingjie reveals secret of her return to Olympic track: cold buns\nNational Games gold medallist says she was never a prodigy but a ‘shark’ who found her way back to the top through sheer grit.\n9 Mar 2026 - 10:00AM\nHong Kong Marathon\nWong Tsz-to, Tsang Hiu-tung not getting carried away with 10km wins\n18 Jan 2026 - 3:35PM\nHong Kong Marathon\nTop city runner Virginia Lo to resume ‘personal best’ quest at Hong Kong Marathon\n14 Jan 2026 - 3:19PM\nHong Kong sports\nEditorial\n|\nDisabled athletes’ success an inspiration for all of Hong Kong\nTheir achievements should put a spotlight on the contributions people with disabilities across society can make and the support they need.\n21 Dec 2025 - 7:15AM\nChina selects Hong Kong handball players – but are they eligible to switch team?\nWong Kin and Toby Lin chosen for China reserve squad after catching eye during National Games, while they remain in Hong Kong team too.\n20 Dec 2025 - 9:00AM\nHongkongers shine at para National Games with golds in swimming, table tennis\nLau Chiu-yee swims to gold while Wong Hon-lam and Winnie Pang win table tennis honours in National Games for Persons with Disabilities.\n9 Dec 2025 - 7:07PM\nAdvertisement\nAdvertisement\nAdvertisement\nHong Kong\nEditorial\n|\nTime to cheer on our disabled athletes\nThe National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the Special Olympic Games have begun. Every effort must be made to ensure success.\n7 Dec 2025 - 7:15AM\nOlympics\nChina can’t rule Olympic cycling until provinces put own agendas aside: coach\nNational Games prove ‘big frustration’ for China’s coach Benoit Vetu, who says he must start from zero to chase world domination.\n5 Dec 2025 - 5:47PM\nYeung Tak-keung\nYeung at heart: head of National Games Office eyes role as athlete after retirement\nThe 64-year-old Yeung Tak-keung plans to travel to play sports and compete in handball at the World Masters Games in Kansai, Japan, in 2027.\n3 Dec 2025 - 9:23AM\nHong Kong society\nOpinion\n|\nSporting passion of Hongkongers is an inspiration\nThe enthusiasm of volunteers at the National Games, the energy of the city’s football fans and the dedication of unpaid coaches at the club level are truly impressive.\n1 Dec 2025 - 5:30AM\nvideocam\nHong Kong environmental issues\nLetters\n|\nIn the National Games, Hong Kong has a model of a green mega event\nReaders discuss the features of the games that safeguard sustainability and the passing of an Indian cinema legend.\n30 Nov 2025 - 11:30AM\nGreater Bay Area\nEditorial\n|\nHong Kong should seize National Games momentum to build sporting future\nThe signing of an agreement between the three co-hosts and the General Administration of Sport of China provides a framework for future development.\n30 Nov 2025 - 7:15AM\nHong Kong society\nOpinion\n|\nNational Games underscored ties that bind Hongkongers with rest of China\nThrough tears and celebrations, the Games highlighted the importance of connectivity and the shared spirit among China’s peoples and regions.\n28 Nov 2025 - 5:30AM\nvideocam\nHong Kong, China Association of Athletics Affiliates\nHong Kong must act to stop athletics talent drain, says former record holder\nAlan Cheung, who broke the city 110m hurdles record in 1996, then quit the sport, wants more government backing for track and field.\n26 Nov 2025 - 1:59PM\nGreater Bay Area\nNational Games co-hosts sign 4-party pact to build on cooperation, progress\nThe deal, which has potential to bid to stage Asian Games or Olympics, aims at boosting cooperation between the three Greater Bay Area regions.\n24 Nov 2025 - 7:16PM\nHong Kong sports\nOpinion\n|\nHong Kong can take inspiration from its athletes’ winning spirit\nHong Kong competitors at the National Games have not just won medals but have infused the city with renewed energy and drive.\n24 Nov 2025 - 9:30AM\nvideocam\nHong Kong sports\nHong Kong sets sights on bay area bid for Olympics after National Games success\nJoint bid with Guangdong and Macau will be a ‘super-strong alliance’, sports chief Rosanna Law says after ex-IOC chief backs region as host.\n22 Nov 2025 - 4:59PM\nAdvertisement\nAdvertisement\nAdvertisement\nHong Kong Sports Institute\nOpinion\n|\nFrom flights of fancy to reality, National Games paves way for a bright future\nHosting the Olympics is no longer a pipe dream for Hong Kong, now it just needs to get its athletes in line.\n22 Nov 2025 - 1:30PM\nAndy Lau Tak-wah\nHong Kong director Andrew Lau talks about National Games opening ceremony\nThe theme of the spectacle was “One Heart, One Wish” and infused the deep spirit of Southern China and Cantonese culture.\n22 Nov 2025 - 12:07PM\nHong Kong baseball coach ‘loving’ dedicated players, sets new Asian Games target\nSean Au Hok-leung in fourth decade on city team staff and excited about squad’s talent and potential after breakthrough National Games.\n22 Nov 2025 - 10:00AM\nLessons from China's history\nReflections\n|\nFrom slapping body parts to National Games, China’s history of exercise\nUsed to train soldiers long before its benefits were taught to regular folk, exercise has become a matter of national resilience in China.\n22 Nov 2025 - 8:15AM\nHong Kong society\nEditorial\n|\nNational Games’ lasting legacy will have an impact that transcends sport\nThe breakthrough performance of Hong Kong athletes was mirrored by the city’s success as co-host, providing a platform that can be built on.\n22 Nov 2025 - 7:00AM\nCeci lee\nNational Games’ new generation set to shine at Asian Games, Olympics and beyond\nHong Kong’s Ceci Lee and Ryan Choi among a host of athletes who have taken the torch from the likes of Ma Long, Sun Yang and Pan Zhanle.\n22 Nov 2025 - 12:31PM\nGreater Bay Area\nGames closing ceremony marks more of a beginning than end for Greater Bay Area\nA fusion of technology and performing art at new Happy Theatre serves as audition for what may come in the years ahead.\n22 Nov 2025 - 12:12AM\nNicholas Halliday\nMeet Hong Kong’s history-making medal winners from the National Games\nFirst-time winners brought honour alongside established medallists as the city won more medals than at any previous Games.\n22 Nov 2025 - 12:34PM\nNational Games closing ceremony: celebrating past, present, future - as it happened\nThe Huanle Theatre promises to be a fitting location to the end of two weeks of action across the Greater Bay Area.\n21 Nov 2025 - 9:49PM\nDoo Hoi-kem\nHong Kong table tennis player Doo to be flag bearer at Games closing ceremony\nClosing ceremony scheduled to start at 8pm in Shenzhen, bringing to close almost two weeks of sporting action.\n21 Nov 2025 - 5:15PM\nChina Future Tech briefing\nRobotics\n|\nChina’s humanoid robots enter workforce as Tesla wait goes on\nXpeng, Unitree and other Chinese robot makers are nearing mass production of humanoid units as problems including hands delay Elon Musk’s plans.\n21 Nov 2025 - 5:40PM\nAdvertisement\nAdvertisement\nAdvertisement\nHelp preserve 120 years of quality journalism.\nSUPPORT NOW\nAdvertisement\nAdvertisement\nAdvertisement\nAdvertisement\nAdvertisement\nAdvertisement\nAdvertisement\nAdvertisement\nAdvertisement\nAdvertisement\nAdvertisement\nAdvertisement","attrs_markdown":"Advertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\n\\-\n\nTOPIC\n\n# 2025 National Games\n\\+ FOLLOW\n\n2025 National Games\n\nThe 15th National Games will be held in Hong Kong, Guangzhou and Macau from November 9 to 21, 2025. Held every four years, the National Games is considered China’s highest multi-sport event.\n\nSHOW FULL PROFILE\n\n[![Chinese swimmer Li Bingjie shared a 2020 photograph of her eating a cold steamed bun at a training facility 2,400m above sea level during a CCTV interview released on Sunday. Photo: CCTV](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2026\/03\/08\/91884fac-a53f-48b2-8862-1b8f78bde062_61775c12.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/china\/article\/3345884\/chinese-swimmer-li-bingjie-reveals-secret-her-return-la-olympic-track-cold-buns)\n\n[Swimming](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/swimming)\n\n[China swimmer Li Bingjie reveals secret of her return to Olympic track: cold buns National Games gold medallist says she was never a prodigy but a ‘shark’ who found her way back to the top through sheer grit.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/china\/article\/3345884\/chinese-swimmer-li-bingjie-reveals-secret-her-return-la-olympic-track-cold-buns)\n\n9 Mar 2026 - 10:00AM\n\n[Hong Kong Marathon](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/standard-chartered-hong-kong-marathon)\n\n[Wong Tsz-to, Tsang Hiu-tung not getting carried away with 10km wins](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3340305\/hong-kong-marathon-past-winners-wong-tsz-tsang-hiu-tung-claim-10km-races)\n\n18 Jan 2026 - 3:35PM\n\n[Hong Kong Marathon](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/standard-chartered-hong-kong-marathon)\n\n[Top city runner Virginia Lo to resume ‘personal best’ quest at Hong Kong Marathon](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3339771\/hong-kongs-virginia-lo-resume-quest-another-personal-best-hong-kong-marathon)\n\n14 Jan 2026 - 3:19PM\n\n[Hong Kong sports](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/hong-kong-sports)\n\n[Editorial \\| Disabled athletes’ success an inspiration for all of Hong Kong Their achievements should put a spotlight on the contributions people with disabilities across society can make and the support they need.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/comment\/article\/3337032\/disabled-athletes-success-inspiration-all-hong-kong)\n\n21 Dec 2025 - 7:15AM\n\n[![Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu and other officials attend the flag presentation of the Hong Kong delegation to the 12th National Paralympic Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games of the People’s Republic of China on November 24. Photo: Jonathan Wong](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/12\/19\/b3ba2640-ced7-4e5e-8ba2-8b866b4e5345_971b0cd2.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/comment\/article\/3337032\/disabled-athletes-success-inspiration-all-hong-kong)\n\n[China selects Hong Kong handball players – but are they eligible to switch team?Wong Kin and Toby Lin chosen for China reserve squad after catching eye during National Games, while they remain in Hong Kong team too.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3337130\/china-selects-hong-kong-handball-players-are-they-eligible-switch-team)\n\n20 Dec 2025 - 9:00AM\n\n[Hongkongers shine at para National Games with golds in swimming, table tennisLau Chiu-yee swims to gold while Wong Hon-lam and Winnie Pang win table tennis honours in National Games for Persons with Disabilities.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3335766\/hongkongers-shine-para-national-games-golds-swimming-table-tennis)\n\n9 Dec 2025 - 7:07PM\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\n[Hong Kong](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/hong-kong)\n\n[Editorial \\| Time to cheer on our disabled athletes The National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the Special Olympic Games have begun. Every effort must be made to ensure success.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/article\/3335468\/time-cheer-our-disabled-athletes)\n\n7 Dec 2025 - 7:15AM\n\n[![Chief Executive John Lee and Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law attend the Flag Presentation Ceremony of the HKSAR Delegation to the 12th National Paralympic Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games of the People’s Republic of China, on 24 November. Photo: Jonathan Wong](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/12\/06\/d261c52b-e951-40f7-bd6d-08535cbd92f2_66be046e.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/article\/3335468\/time-cheer-our-disabled-athletes)\n\n[Olympics](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/olympics)\n\n[China can’t rule Olympic cycling until provinces put own agendas aside: coachNational Games prove ‘big frustration’ for China’s coach Benoit Vetu, who says he must start from zero to chase world domination.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/china\/article\/3335360\/china-cant-rule-olympic-cycling-until-provinces-put-own-agendas-aside-coach)\n\n5 Dec 2025 - 5:47PM\n\n[Yeung Tak-keung](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/yeung-tak-keung)\n\n[Yeung at heart: head of National Games Office eyes role as athlete after retirementThe 64-year-old Yeung Tak-keung plans to travel to play sports and compete in handball at the World Masters Games in Kansai, Japan, in 2027.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3334745\/yeung-heart-head-national-games-office-eyes-role-athlete-after-retirement)\n\n3 Dec 2025 - 9:23AM\n\n[Hong Kong society](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/hong-kong-society)\n\n[Opinion \\| Sporting passion of Hongkongers is an inspirationThe enthusiasm of volunteers at the National Games, the energy of the city’s football fans and the dedication of unpaid coaches at the club level are truly impressive.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/hong-kong-opinion\/article\/3334397\/sporting-passion-hongkongers-inspiration)\n\n1 Dec 2025 - 5:30AM\n\nvideocam\n\n[![Fans erupt in the second half of Hong Kong men’s handball match against Beijing at the National Games at Kai Tak Arena on November 10. Photo: Eugene Lee](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/11\/28\/bbec6756-19e8-45b9-8fc4-093fdef9e5b9_946df1db.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/hong-kong-opinion\/article\/3334397\/sporting-passion-hongkongers-inspiration)\n\n[Hong Kong environmental issues](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/hong-kong-environmental-issues)\n\n[Letters \\| In the National Games, Hong Kong has a model of a green mega event Readers discuss the features of the games that safeguard sustainability and the passing of an Indian cinema legend.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/letters\/article\/3334441\/national-games-hong-kong-has-model-green-mega-event)\n\n30 Nov 2025 - 11:30AM\n\n[![Installations of the National Games mascot Lerongrong are displayed at Kai Tak Station Square in Hong Kong on October 30. Some of the installations, put up across the Greater Bay Area cities, were made of marine plastic collected from beach clean-ups. Photo: Dickson Lee](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/11\/28\/36af0620-4068-4849-912c-313be0859875_2629bb6d.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/letters\/article\/3334441\/national-games-hong-kong-has-model-green-mega-event)\n\n[Greater Bay Area](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/greater-bay-area)\n\n[Editorial \\| Hong Kong should seize National Games momentum to build sporting futureThe signing of an agreement between the three co-hosts and the General Administration of Sport of China provides a framework for future development.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/comment\/article\/3334474\/hong-kong-should-seize-national-games-momentum-build-sporting-future)\n\n30 Nov 2025 - 7:15AM\n\n[Hong Kong society](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/hong-kong-society)\n\n[Opinion \\| National Games underscored ties that bind Hongkongers with rest of ChinaThrough tears and celebrations, the Games highlighted the importance of connectivity and the shared spirit among China’s peoples and regions.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/hong-kong-opinion\/article\/3334268\/national-games-underscored-ties-bind-hongkongers-rest-china)\n\n28 Nov 2025 - 5:30AM\n\nvideocam\n\n[Hong Kong, China Association of Athletics Affiliates](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/hong-kong-china-association-athletics-affiliates)\n\n[Hong Kong must act to stop athletics talent drain, says former record holderAlan Cheung, who broke the city 110m hurdles record in 1996, then quit the sport, wants more government backing for track and field.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3333908\/hong-kong-must-act-stop-athletics-talent-drain-says-former-record-holder)\n\n26 Nov 2025 - 1:59PM\n\n[![The 10th Hong Kong Masters Athletics Championship took place over the weekend at Wan Chai Sports Ground. Photo: Sun Yeung](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/11\/24\/c0825235-3ed0-4884-88da-5fb85f4d2af7_bd039c1d.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3333908\/hong-kong-must-act-stop-athletics-talent-drain-says-former-record-holder)\n\n[Greater Bay Area](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/greater-bay-area)\n\n[National Games co-hosts sign 4-party pact to build on cooperation, progress The deal, which has potential to bid to stage Asian Games or Olympics, aims at boosting cooperation between the three Greater Bay Area regions.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3333920\/national-games-co-hosts-sign-4-party-pact-build-sports-cooperation-progress)\n\n24 Nov 2025 - 7:16PM\n\n[![Cyclists compete across the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge in the men’s road race at the National Games, which ended last week. Photo: Xinhua](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/11\/24\/dd12dc93-db08-48d3-9317-61f42654ffec_0b871525.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3333920\/national-games-co-hosts-sign-4-party-pact-build-sports-cooperation-progress)\n\n[Hong Kong sports](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/hong-kong-sports)\n\n[Opinion \\| Hong Kong can take inspiration from its athletes’ winning spiritHong Kong competitors at the National Games have not just won medals but have infused the city with renewed energy and drive.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/hong-kong-opinion\/article\/3333698\/hong-kong-can-take-inspiration-its-athletes-winning-spirit)\n\n24 Nov 2025 - 9:30AM\n\nvideocam\n\n[Hong Kong sports](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/hong-kong-sports)\n\n[Hong Kong sets sights on bay area bid for Olympics after National Games successJoint bid with Guangdong and Macau will be a ‘super-strong alliance’, sports chief Rosanna Law says after ex-IOC chief backs region as host.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/news\/hong-kong\/society\/article\/3333782\/hong-kong-build-national-games-success-gba-cities-official)\n\n22 Nov 2025 - 4:59PM\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\n[Hong Kong Sports Institute](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/hong-kong-sports-institute)\n\n[Opinion \\| From flights of fancy to reality, National Games paves way for a bright future Hosting the Olympics is no longer a pipe dream for Hong Kong, now it just needs to get its athletes in line.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3333779\/flights-fancy-reality-national-games-paves-way-bright-future)\n\n22 Nov 2025 - 1:30PM\n\n[![Former IOC president Thomas Bach (left) talks to Hong Kong rower Winnie Hung during a chance meeting at the National Games. Photo: Elson Li](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/11\/22\/d833504b-13c4-4d56-9412-4f7ee6a3b086_472d8e42.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3333779\/flights-fancy-reality-national-games-paves-way-bright-future)\n\n[Andy Lau Tak-wah](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/andy-lau-tak-wah)\n\n[Hong Kong director Andrew Lau talks about National Games opening ceremonyThe theme of the spectacle was “One Heart, One Wish” and infused the deep spirit of Southern China and Cantonese culture.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/china\/article\/3333686\/hong-kong-director-andrew-lau-reveals-inspiration-national-games-opening-ceremony)\n\n22 Nov 2025 - 12:07PM\n\n[Hong Kong baseball coach ‘loving’ dedicated players, sets new Asian Games targetSean Au Hok-leung in fourth decade on city team staff and excited about squad’s talent and potential after breakthrough National Games.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3333735\/hong-kong-baseball-coach-loving-dedicated-players-sets-new-asian-games-target)\n\n22 Nov 2025 - 10:00AM\n\n[Lessons from China's history](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/lessons-chinas-history)\n\n[Reflections \\| From slapping body parts to National Games, China’s history of exerciseUsed to train soldiers long before its benefits were taught to regular folk, exercise has become a matter of national resilience in China.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/lifestyle\/chinese-culture\/article\/3333375\/how-china-embraced-physical-fitness-through-history-polo-todays-national-games)\n\n22 Nov 2025 - 8:15AM\n\n[![新华社照片，广州，2025年11月9日 这是11月9日拍摄的开幕式现场表演。 当日，第十五届全国运动会开幕式在广东奥林匹克体育中心举行。 新华社记者 卢汉欣 摄](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/11\/21\/72035725-401e-4679-a910-c56dcb1501ec_f1e3f05c.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/lifestyle\/chinese-culture\/article\/3333375\/how-china-embraced-physical-fitness-through-history-polo-todays-national-games)\n\n[Hong Kong society](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/hong-kong-society)\n\n[Editorial \\| National Games’ lasting legacy will have an impact that transcends sport The breakthrough performance of Hong Kong athletes was mirrored by the city’s success as co-host, providing a platform that can be built on.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/comment\/article\/3333754\/national-games-lasting-legacy-will-have-impact-transcends-sport)\n\n22 Nov 2025 - 7:00AM\n\n[![Chief Executive John Lee at the Opening Ceremony of the 15th National Games in Guangzhou. Photo: ISD](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/11\/21\/9b82d212-5dbe-4406-a071-308686ae5af0_a4def7c7.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/comment\/article\/3333754\/national-games-lasting-legacy-will-have-impact-transcends-sport)\n\n[Ceci lee](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/ceci-lee)\n\n[National Games’ new generation set to shine at Asian Games, Olympics and beyondHong Kong’s Ceci Lee and Ryan Choi among a host of athletes who have taken the torch from the likes of Ma Long, Sun Yang and Pan Zhanle.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/other-sport\/article\/3333742\/national-games-new-generation-stars-set-shine-asian-games-olympics-and-beyond)\n\n22 Nov 2025 - 12:31PM\n\n[Greater Bay Area](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/greater-bay-area)\n\n[Games closing ceremony marks more of a beginning than end for Greater Bay AreaA fusion of technology and performing art at new Happy Theatre serves as audition for what may come in the years ahead.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3333759\/national-games-closing-ceremony-marks-more-beginning-end-greater-bay-area)\n\n22 Nov 2025 - 12:12AM\n\n[Nicholas Halliday](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/nicholas-halliday)\n\n[Meet Hong Kong’s history-making medal winners from the National GamesFirst-time winners brought honour alongside established medallists as the city won more medals than at any previous Games.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/other-sport\/article\/3333743\/meet-hong-kongs-history-making-medal-winners-national-games)\n\n22 Nov 2025 - 12:34PM\n\n[![Hong Kong’s most decorated Olympian, Siobhan Haughey, won her favourite event, the 200m freestyle, and the 100m freestyle at the National Games, along with two bronze medals. Photo: Eugene Lee](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/11\/21\/eb408f9d-c634-4225-a937-163db824766a_ccddd9c0.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/other-sport\/article\/3333743\/meet-hong-kongs-history-making-medal-winners-national-games)\n\n[National Games closing ceremony: celebrating past, present, future - as it happened The Huanle Theatre promises to be a fitting location to the end of two weeks of action across the Greater Bay Area.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3333722\/stunning-water-stage-provides-backdrop-national-games-closing-ceremony)\n\n21 Nov 2025 - 9:49PM\n\n[![Artists perform during the closing ceremony of China’s 15th National Games in Shenzhen. Photo: Xinhua](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/11\/21\/e4531cec-52f7-4779-b19e-2c22045a0603_bb90a880.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3333722\/stunning-water-stage-provides-backdrop-national-games-closing-ceremony)\n\n[Doo Hoi-kem](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/doo-hoi-kem)\n\n[Hong Kong table tennis player Doo to be flag bearer at Games closing ceremonyClosing ceremony scheduled to start at 8pm in Shenzhen, bringing to close almost two weeks of sporting action.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/article\/3333693\/hong-kong-table-tennis-player-doo-be-flag-bearer-national-games-closing-ceremony)\n\n21 Nov 2025 - 5:15PM\n\n[China Future Tech briefing](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/china-future-tech-briefing)\n\n[Robotics \\| China’s humanoid robots enter workforce as Tesla wait goes onXpeng, Unitree and other Chinese robot makers are nearing mass production of humanoid units as problems including hands delay Elon Musk’s plans.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/plus\/article\/3333635\/chinas-humanoid-robots-enter-workforce-tesla-wait-goes?module=plus_label&pgtype=topic)\n\n21 Nov 2025 - 5:40PM\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nHelp preserve 120 years of quality journalism.\n\n[SUPPORT NOW](https:\/\/subscribe.scmp.com\/)\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement","attrs_readable_markdown":"2025 National Games\n\nThe 15th National Games will be held in Hong Kong, Guangzhou and Macau from November 9 to 21, 2025. Held every four years, the National Games is considered China’s highest multi-sport event.\n\n[![Chinese swimmer Li Bingjie shared a 2020 photograph of her eating a cold steamed bun at a training facility 2,400m above sea level during a CCTV interview released on Sunday. 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Photo: Jonathan Wong](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/12\/19\/b3ba2640-ced7-4e5e-8ba2-8b866b4e5345_971b0cd2.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/comment\/article\/3337032\/disabled-athletes-success-inspiration-all-hong-kong)\n\n[China selects Hong Kong handball players – but are they eligible to switch team?Wong Kin and Toby Lin chosen for China reserve squad after catching eye during National Games, while they remain in Hong Kong team too.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3337130\/china-selects-hong-kong-handball-players-are-they-eligible-switch-team)\n\n20 Dec 2025 - 9:00AM\n\n[Hongkongers shine at para National Games with golds in swimming, table tennisLau Chiu-yee swims to gold while Wong Hon-lam and Winnie Pang win table tennis honours in National Games for Persons with Disabilities.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3335766\/hongkongers-shine-para-national-games-golds-swimming-table-tennis)\n\n9 Dec 2025 - 7:07PM\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\n[Hong Kong](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/hong-kong)\n\n[Editorial \\| Time to cheer on our disabled athletes The National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the Special Olympic Games have begun. Every effort must be made to ensure success.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/article\/3335468\/time-cheer-our-disabled-athletes)\n\n7 Dec 2025 - 7:15AM\n\n[![Chief Executive John Lee and Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law attend the Flag Presentation Ceremony of the HKSAR Delegation to the 12th National Paralympic Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games of the People’s Republic of China, on 24 November. 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Photo: Eugene Lee](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/11\/28\/bbec6756-19e8-45b9-8fc4-093fdef9e5b9_946df1db.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/hong-kong-opinion\/article\/3334397\/sporting-passion-hongkongers-inspiration)\n\n[Hong Kong environmental issues](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/hong-kong-environmental-issues)\n\n[Letters \\| In the National Games, Hong Kong has a model of a green mega event Readers discuss the features of the games that safeguard sustainability and the passing of an Indian cinema legend.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/letters\/article\/3334441\/national-games-hong-kong-has-model-green-mega-event)\n\n30 Nov 2025 - 11:30AM\n\n[![Installations of the National Games mascot Lerongrong are displayed at Kai Tak Station Square in Hong Kong on October 30. Some of the installations, put up across the Greater Bay Area cities, were made of marine plastic collected from beach clean-ups. Photo: Dickson Lee](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/11\/28\/36af0620-4068-4849-912c-313be0859875_2629bb6d.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/letters\/article\/3334441\/national-games-hong-kong-has-model-green-mega-event)\n\n[Greater Bay Area](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/greater-bay-area)\n\n[Editorial \\| Hong Kong should seize National Games momentum to build sporting futureThe signing of an agreement between the three co-hosts and the General Administration of Sport of China provides a framework for future development.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/comment\/article\/3334474\/hong-kong-should-seize-national-games-momentum-build-sporting-future)\n\n30 Nov 2025 - 7:15AM\n\n[Hong Kong society](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/hong-kong-society)\n\n[Opinion \\| National Games underscored ties that bind Hongkongers with rest of ChinaThrough tears and celebrations, the Games highlighted the importance of connectivity and the shared spirit among China’s peoples and regions.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/hong-kong-opinion\/article\/3334268\/national-games-underscored-ties-bind-hongkongers-rest-china)\n\n28 Nov 2025 - 5:30AMvideocam\n\n[Hong Kong, China Association of Athletics Affiliates](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/hong-kong-china-association-athletics-affiliates)\n\n[Hong Kong must act to stop athletics talent drain, says former record holderAlan Cheung, who broke the city 110m hurdles record in 1996, then quit the sport, wants more government backing for track and field.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3333908\/hong-kong-must-act-stop-athletics-talent-drain-says-former-record-holder)\n\n26 Nov 2025 - 1:59PM\n\n[![The 10th Hong Kong Masters Athletics Championship took place over the weekend at Wan Chai Sports Ground. Photo: Sun Yeung](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/11\/24\/c0825235-3ed0-4884-88da-5fb85f4d2af7_bd039c1d.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3333908\/hong-kong-must-act-stop-athletics-talent-drain-says-former-record-holder)\n\n[Greater Bay Area](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/greater-bay-area)\n\n[National Games co-hosts sign 4-party pact to build on cooperation, progress The deal, which has potential to bid to stage Asian Games or Olympics, aims at boosting cooperation between the three Greater Bay Area regions.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3333920\/national-games-co-hosts-sign-4-party-pact-build-sports-cooperation-progress)\n\n24 Nov 2025 - 7:16PM\n\n[![Cyclists compete across the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge in the men’s road race at the National Games, which ended last week. Photo: Xinhua](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/11\/24\/dd12dc93-db08-48d3-9317-61f42654ffec_0b871525.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3333920\/national-games-co-hosts-sign-4-party-pact-build-sports-cooperation-progress)\n\n[Hong Kong sports](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/hong-kong-sports)\n\n[Opinion \\| Hong Kong can take inspiration from its athletes’ winning spiritHong Kong competitors at the National Games have not just won medals but have infused the city with renewed energy and drive.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/hong-kong-opinion\/article\/3333698\/hong-kong-can-take-inspiration-its-athletes-winning-spirit)\n\n24 Nov 2025 - 9:30AMvideocam\n\n[Hong Kong sports](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/hong-kong-sports)\n\n[Hong Kong sets sights on bay area bid for Olympics after National Games successJoint bid with Guangdong and Macau will be a ‘super-strong alliance’, sports chief Rosanna Law says after ex-IOC chief backs region as host.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/news\/hong-kong\/society\/article\/3333782\/hong-kong-build-national-games-success-gba-cities-official)\n\n22 Nov 2025 - 4:59PM\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\n[Hong Kong Sports Institute](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/hong-kong-sports-institute)\n\n[Opinion \\| From flights of fancy to reality, National Games paves way for a bright future Hosting the Olympics is no longer a pipe dream for Hong Kong, now it just needs to get its athletes in line.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3333779\/flights-fancy-reality-national-games-paves-way-bright-future)\n\n22 Nov 2025 - 1:30PM\n\n[![Former IOC president Thomas Bach (left) talks to Hong Kong rower Winnie Hung during a chance meeting at the National Games. Photo: Elson Li](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/11\/22\/d833504b-13c4-4d56-9412-4f7ee6a3b086_472d8e42.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3333779\/flights-fancy-reality-national-games-paves-way-bright-future)\n\n[Andy Lau Tak-wah](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/andy-lau-tak-wah)\n\n[Hong Kong director Andrew Lau talks about National Games opening ceremonyThe theme of the spectacle was “One Heart, One Wish” and infused the deep spirit of Southern China and Cantonese culture.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/china\/article\/3333686\/hong-kong-director-andrew-lau-reveals-inspiration-national-games-opening-ceremony)\n\n22 Nov 2025 - 12:07PM\n\n[Hong Kong baseball coach ‘loving’ dedicated players, sets new Asian Games targetSean Au Hok-leung in fourth decade on city team staff and excited about squad’s talent and potential after breakthrough National Games.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3333735\/hong-kong-baseball-coach-loving-dedicated-players-sets-new-asian-games-target)\n\n22 Nov 2025 - 10:00AM\n\n[Lessons from China's history](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/lessons-chinas-history)\n\n[Reflections \\| From slapping body parts to National Games, China’s history of exerciseUsed to train soldiers long before its benefits were taught to regular folk, exercise has become a matter of national resilience in China.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/lifestyle\/chinese-culture\/article\/3333375\/how-china-embraced-physical-fitness-through-history-polo-todays-national-games)\n\n22 Nov 2025 - 8:15AM\n\n[![新华社照片，广州，2025年11月9日 这是11月9日拍摄的开幕式现场表演。 当日，第十五届全国运动会开幕式在广东奥林匹克体育中心举行。 新华社记者 卢汉欣 摄](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/11\/21\/72035725-401e-4679-a910-c56dcb1501ec_f1e3f05c.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/lifestyle\/chinese-culture\/article\/3333375\/how-china-embraced-physical-fitness-through-history-polo-todays-national-games)\n\n[Hong Kong society](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/hong-kong-society)\n\n[Editorial \\| National Games’ lasting legacy will have an impact that transcends sport The breakthrough performance of Hong Kong athletes was mirrored by the city’s success as co-host, providing a platform that can be built on.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/comment\/article\/3333754\/national-games-lasting-legacy-will-have-impact-transcends-sport)\n\n22 Nov 2025 - 7:00AM\n\n[![Chief Executive John Lee at the Opening Ceremony of the 15th National Games in Guangzhou. Photo: ISD](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/11\/21\/9b82d212-5dbe-4406-a071-308686ae5af0_a4def7c7.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/opinion\/comment\/article\/3333754\/national-games-lasting-legacy-will-have-impact-transcends-sport)\n\n[Ceci lee](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/ceci-lee)\n\n[National Games’ new generation set to shine at Asian Games, Olympics and beyondHong Kong’s Ceci Lee and Ryan Choi among a host of athletes who have taken the torch from the likes of Ma Long, Sun Yang and Pan Zhanle.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/other-sport\/article\/3333742\/national-games-new-generation-stars-set-shine-asian-games-olympics-and-beyond)\n\n22 Nov 2025 - 12:31PM\n\n[Greater Bay Area](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/greater-bay-area)\n\n[Games closing ceremony marks more of a beginning than end for Greater Bay AreaA fusion of technology and performing art at new Happy Theatre serves as audition for what may come in the years ahead.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3333759\/national-games-closing-ceremony-marks-more-beginning-end-greater-bay-area)\n\n22 Nov 2025 - 12:12AM\n\n[Nicholas Halliday](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/nicholas-halliday)\n\n[Meet Hong Kong’s history-making medal winners from the National GamesFirst-time winners brought honour alongside established medallists as the city won more medals than at any previous Games.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/other-sport\/article\/3333743\/meet-hong-kongs-history-making-medal-winners-national-games)\n\n22 Nov 2025 - 12:34PM\n\n[![Hong Kong’s most decorated Olympian, Siobhan Haughey, won her favourite event, the 200m freestyle, and the 100m freestyle at the National Games, along with two bronze medals. Photo: Eugene Lee](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/11\/21\/eb408f9d-c634-4225-a937-163db824766a_ccddd9c0.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/other-sport\/article\/3333743\/meet-hong-kongs-history-making-medal-winners-national-games)\n\n[National Games closing ceremony: celebrating past, present, future - as it happened The Huanle Theatre promises to be a fitting location to the end of two weeks of action across the Greater Bay Area.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3333722\/stunning-water-stage-provides-backdrop-national-games-closing-ceremony)\n\n21 Nov 2025 - 9:49PM\n\n[![Artists perform during the closing ceremony of China’s 15th National Games in Shenzhen. Photo: Xinhua](https:\/\/cdn.i-scmp.com\/sites\/default\/files\/d8\/images\/canvas\/2025\/11\/21\/e4531cec-52f7-4779-b19e-2c22045a0603_bb90a880.jpg)](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/hong-kong\/article\/3333722\/stunning-water-stage-provides-backdrop-national-games-closing-ceremony)\n\n[Doo Hoi-kem](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/doo-hoi-kem)\n\n[Hong Kong table tennis player Doo to be flag bearer at Games closing ceremonyClosing ceremony scheduled to start at 8pm in Shenzhen, bringing to close almost two weeks of sporting action.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/sport\/article\/3333693\/hong-kong-table-tennis-player-doo-be-flag-bearer-national-games-closing-ceremony)\n\n21 Nov 2025 - 5:15PM\n\n[China Future Tech briefing](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/topics\/china-future-tech-briefing)\n\n[Robotics \\| China’s humanoid robots enter workforce as Tesla wait goes onXpeng, Unitree and other Chinese robot makers are nearing mass production of humanoid units as problems including hands delay Elon Musk’s plans.](https:\/\/www.scmp.com\/plus\/article\/3333635\/chinas-humanoid-robots-enter-workforce-tesla-wait-goes?module=plus_label&pgtype=topic)\n\n21 Nov 2025 - 5:40PM\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nHelp preserve 120 years of quality journalism.\n\n[SUPPORT NOW](https:\/\/subscribe.scmp.com\/)\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAdvertisement","meta_canonical":null}

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Boilerpipe Text	2025 National Games The 15th National Games will be held in Hong Kong, Guangzhou and Macau from November 9 to 21, 2025. Held every four years, the National Games is considered China’s highest multi-sport event. Swimming China swimmer Li Bingjie reveals secret of her return to Olympic track: cold buns National Games gold medallist says she was never a prodigy but a ‘shark’ who found her way back to the top through sheer grit. 9 Mar 2026 - 10:00AM Hong Kong Marathon Wong Tsz-to, Tsang Hiu-tung not getting carried away with 10km wins 18 Jan 2026 - 3:35PM Hong Kong Marathon Top city runner Virginia Lo to resume ‘personal best’ quest at Hong Kong Marathon 14 Jan 2026 - 3:19PM Hong Kong sports Editorial \| Disabled athletes’ success an inspiration for all of Hong Kong Their achievements should put a spotlight on the contributions people with disabilities across society can make and the support they need. 21 Dec 2025 - 7:15AM China selects Hong Kong handball players – but are they eligible to switch team? Wong Kin and Toby Lin chosen for China reserve squad after catching eye during National Games, while they remain in Hong Kong team too. 20 Dec 2025 - 9:00AM Hongkongers shine at para National Games with golds in swimming, table tennis Lau Chiu-yee swims to gold while Wong Hon-lam and Winnie Pang win table tennis honours in National Games for Persons with Disabilities. 9 Dec 2025 - 7:07PM Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Hong Kong Editorial \| Time to cheer on our disabled athletes The National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the Special Olympic Games have begun. Every effort must be made to ensure success. 7 Dec 2025 - 7:15AM Olympics China can’t rule Olympic cycling until provinces put own agendas aside: coach National Games prove ‘big frustration’ for China’s coach Benoit Vetu, who says he must start from zero to chase world domination. 5 Dec 2025 - 5:47PM Yeung Tak-keung Yeung at heart: head of National Games Office eyes role as athlete after retirement The 64-year-old Yeung Tak-keung plans to travel to play sports and compete in handball at the World Masters Games in Kansai, Japan, in 2027. 3 Dec 2025 - 9:23AM Hong Kong society Opinion \| Sporting passion of Hongkongers is an inspiration The enthusiasm of volunteers at the National Games, the energy of the city’s football fans and the dedication of unpaid coaches at the club level are truly impressive. 1 Dec 2025 - 5:30AM videocam Hong Kong environmental issues Letters \| In the National Games, Hong Kong has a model of a green mega event Readers discuss the features of the games that safeguard sustainability and the passing of an Indian cinema legend. 30 Nov 2025 - 11:30AM Greater Bay Area Editorial \| Hong Kong should seize National Games momentum to build sporting future The signing of an agreement between the three co-hosts and the General Administration of Sport of China provides a framework for future development. 30 Nov 2025 - 7:15AM Hong Kong society Opinion \| National Games underscored ties that bind Hongkongers with rest of China Through tears and celebrations, the Games highlighted the importance of connectivity and the shared spirit among China’s peoples and regions. 28 Nov 2025 - 5:30AM videocam Hong Kong, China Association of Athletics Affiliates Hong Kong must act to stop athletics talent drain, says former record holder Alan Cheung, who broke the city 110m hurdles record in 1996, then quit the sport, wants more government backing for track and field. 26 Nov 2025 - 1:59PM Greater Bay Area National Games co-hosts sign 4-party pact to build on cooperation, progress The deal, which has potential to bid to stage Asian Games or Olympics, aims at boosting cooperation between the three Greater Bay Area regions. 24 Nov 2025 - 7:16PM Hong Kong sports Opinion \| Hong Kong can take inspiration from its athletes’ winning spirit Hong Kong competitors at the National Games have not just won medals but have infused the city with renewed energy and drive. 24 Nov 2025 - 9:30AM videocam Hong Kong sports Hong Kong sets sights on bay area bid for Olympics after National Games success Joint bid with Guangdong and Macau will be a ‘super-strong alliance’, sports chief Rosanna Law says after ex-IOC chief backs region as host. 22 Nov 2025 - 4:59PM Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Hong Kong Sports Institute Opinion \| From flights of fancy to reality, National Games paves way for a bright future Hosting the Olympics is no longer a pipe dream for Hong Kong, now it just needs to get its athletes in line. 22 Nov 2025 - 1:30PM Andy Lau Tak-wah Hong Kong director Andrew Lau talks about National Games opening ceremony The theme of the spectacle was “One Heart, One Wish” and infused the deep spirit of Southern China and Cantonese culture. 22 Nov 2025 - 12:07PM Hong Kong baseball coach ‘loving’ dedicated players, sets new Asian Games target Sean Au Hok-leung in fourth decade on city team staff and excited about squad’s talent and potential after breakthrough National Games. 22 Nov 2025 - 10:00AM Lessons from China's history Reflections \| From slapping body parts to National Games, China’s history of exercise Used to train soldiers long before its benefits were taught to regular folk, exercise has become a matter of national resilience in China. 22 Nov 2025 - 8:15AM Hong Kong society Editorial \| National Games’ lasting legacy will have an impact that transcends sport The breakthrough performance of Hong Kong athletes was mirrored by the city’s success as co-host, providing a platform that can be built on. 22 Nov 2025 - 7:00AM Ceci lee National Games’ new generation set to shine at Asian Games, Olympics and beyond Hong Kong’s Ceci Lee and Ryan Choi among a host of athletes who have taken the torch from the likes of Ma Long, Sun Yang and Pan Zhanle. 22 Nov 2025 - 12:31PM Greater Bay Area Games closing ceremony marks more of a beginning than end for Greater Bay Area A fusion of technology and performing art at new Happy Theatre serves as audition for what may come in the years ahead. 22 Nov 2025 - 12:12AM Nicholas Halliday Meet Hong Kong’s history-making medal winners from the National Games First-time winners brought honour alongside established medallists as the city won more medals than at any previous Games. 22 Nov 2025 - 12:34PM National Games closing ceremony: celebrating past, present, future - as it happened The Huanle Theatre promises to be a fitting location to the end of two weeks of action across the Greater Bay Area. 21 Nov 2025 - 9:49PM Doo Hoi-kem Hong Kong table tennis player Doo to be flag bearer at Games closing ceremony Closing ceremony scheduled to start at 8pm in Shenzhen, bringing to close almost two weeks of sporting action. 21 Nov 2025 - 5:15PM China Future Tech briefing Robotics \| China’s humanoid robots enter workforce as Tesla wait goes on Xpeng, Unitree and other Chinese robot makers are nearing mass production of humanoid units as problems including hands delay Elon Musk’s plans. 21 Nov 2025 - 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Markdown	Advertisement Advertisement \- TOPIC # 2025 National Games \+ FOLLOW 2025 National Games The 15th National Games will be held in Hong Kong, Guangzhou and Macau from November 9 to 21, 2025. Held every four years, the National Games is considered China’s highest multi-sport event. SHOW FULL PROFILE [![Chinese swimmer Li Bingjie shared a 2020 photograph of her eating a cold steamed bun at a training facility 2,400m above sea level during a CCTV interview released on Sunday. Photo: CCTV](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2026/03/08/91884fac-a53f-48b2-8862-1b8f78bde062_61775c12.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/sport/china/article/3345884/chinese-swimmer-li-bingjie-reveals-secret-her-return-la-olympic-track-cold-buns) [Swimming](https://www.scmp.com/topics/swimming) [China swimmer Li Bingjie reveals secret of her return to Olympic track: cold buns National Games gold medallist says she was never a prodigy but a ‘shark’ who found her way back to the top through sheer grit.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/china/article/3345884/chinese-swimmer-li-bingjie-reveals-secret-her-return-la-olympic-track-cold-buns) 9 Mar 2026 - 10:00AM [Hong Kong Marathon](https://www.scmp.com/topics/standard-chartered-hong-kong-marathon) [Wong Tsz-to, Tsang Hiu-tung not getting carried away with 10km wins](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3340305/hong-kong-marathon-past-winners-wong-tsz-tsang-hiu-tung-claim-10km-races) 18 Jan 2026 - 3:35PM [Hong Kong Marathon](https://www.scmp.com/topics/standard-chartered-hong-kong-marathon) [Top city runner Virginia Lo to resume ‘personal best’ quest at Hong Kong Marathon](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3339771/hong-kongs-virginia-lo-resume-quest-another-personal-best-hong-kong-marathon) 14 Jan 2026 - 3:19PM [Hong Kong sports](https://www.scmp.com/topics/hong-kong-sports) [Editorial \\| Disabled athletes’ success an inspiration for all of Hong Kong Their achievements should put a spotlight on the contributions people with disabilities across society can make and the support they need.](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3337032/disabled-athletes-success-inspiration-all-hong-kong) 21 Dec 2025 - 7:15AM [![Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu and other officials attend the flag presentation of the Hong Kong delegation to the 12th National Paralympic Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games of the People’s Republic of China on November 24. Photo: Jonathan Wong](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/12/19/b3ba2640-ced7-4e5e-8ba2-8b866b4e5345_971b0cd2.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3337032/disabled-athletes-success-inspiration-all-hong-kong) [China selects Hong Kong handball players – but are they eligible to switch team?Wong Kin and Toby Lin chosen for China reserve squad after catching eye during National Games, while they remain in Hong Kong team too.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3337130/china-selects-hong-kong-handball-players-are-they-eligible-switch-team) 20 Dec 2025 - 9:00AM [Hongkongers shine at para National Games with golds in swimming, table tennisLau Chiu-yee swims to gold while Wong Hon-lam and Winnie Pang win table tennis honours in National Games for Persons with Disabilities.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3335766/hongkongers-shine-para-national-games-golds-swimming-table-tennis) 9 Dec 2025 - 7:07PM Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement [Hong Kong](https://www.scmp.com/topics/hong-kong) [Editorial \\| Time to cheer on our disabled athletes The National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the Special Olympic Games have begun. Every effort must be made to ensure success.](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/article/3335468/time-cheer-our-disabled-athletes) 7 Dec 2025 - 7:15AM [![Chief Executive John Lee and Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law attend the Flag Presentation Ceremony of the HKSAR Delegation to the 12th National Paralympic Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games of the People’s Republic of China, on 24 November. Photo: Jonathan Wong](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/12/06/d261c52b-e951-40f7-bd6d-08535cbd92f2_66be046e.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/article/3335468/time-cheer-our-disabled-athletes) [Olympics](https://www.scmp.com/topics/olympics) [China can’t rule Olympic cycling until provinces put own agendas aside: coachNational Games prove ‘big frustration’ for China’s coach Benoit Vetu, who says he must start from zero to chase world domination.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/china/article/3335360/china-cant-rule-olympic-cycling-until-provinces-put-own-agendas-aside-coach) 5 Dec 2025 - 5:47PM [Yeung Tak-keung](https://www.scmp.com/topics/yeung-tak-keung) [Yeung at heart: head of National Games Office eyes role as athlete after retirementThe 64-year-old Yeung Tak-keung plans to travel to play sports and compete in handball at the World Masters Games in Kansai, Japan, in 2027.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3334745/yeung-heart-head-national-games-office-eyes-role-athlete-after-retirement) 3 Dec 2025 - 9:23AM [Hong Kong society](https://www.scmp.com/topics/hong-kong-society) [Opinion \\| Sporting passion of Hongkongers is an inspirationThe enthusiasm of volunteers at the National Games, the energy of the city’s football fans and the dedication of unpaid coaches at the club level are truly impressive.](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3334397/sporting-passion-hongkongers-inspiration) 1 Dec 2025 - 5:30AM videocam [![Fans erupt in the second half of Hong Kong men’s handball match against Beijing at the National Games at Kai Tak Arena on November 10. Photo: Eugene Lee](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/11/28/bbec6756-19e8-45b9-8fc4-093fdef9e5b9_946df1db.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3334397/sporting-passion-hongkongers-inspiration) [Hong Kong environmental issues](https://www.scmp.com/topics/hong-kong-environmental-issues) [Letters \\| In the National Games, Hong Kong has a model of a green mega event Readers discuss the features of the games that safeguard sustainability and the passing of an Indian cinema legend.](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/letters/article/3334441/national-games-hong-kong-has-model-green-mega-event) 30 Nov 2025 - 11:30AM [![Installations of the National Games mascot Lerongrong are displayed at Kai Tak Station Square in Hong Kong on October 30. Some of the installations, put up across the Greater Bay Area cities, were made of marine plastic collected from beach clean-ups. Photo: Dickson Lee](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/11/28/36af0620-4068-4849-912c-313be0859875_2629bb6d.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/letters/article/3334441/national-games-hong-kong-has-model-green-mega-event) [Greater Bay Area](https://www.scmp.com/topics/greater-bay-area) [Editorial \\| Hong Kong should seize National Games momentum to build sporting futureThe signing of an agreement between the three co-hosts and the General Administration of Sport of China provides a framework for future development.](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3334474/hong-kong-should-seize-national-games-momentum-build-sporting-future) 30 Nov 2025 - 7:15AM [Hong Kong society](https://www.scmp.com/topics/hong-kong-society) [Opinion \\| National Games underscored ties that bind Hongkongers with rest of ChinaThrough tears and celebrations, the Games highlighted the importance of connectivity and the shared spirit among China’s peoples and regions.](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3334268/national-games-underscored-ties-bind-hongkongers-rest-china) 28 Nov 2025 - 5:30AM videocam [Hong Kong, China Association of Athletics Affiliates](https://www.scmp.com/topics/hong-kong-china-association-athletics-affiliates) [Hong Kong must act to stop athletics talent drain, says former record holderAlan Cheung, who broke the city 110m hurdles record in 1996, then quit the sport, wants more government backing for track and field.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333908/hong-kong-must-act-stop-athletics-talent-drain-says-former-record-holder) 26 Nov 2025 - 1:59PM [![The 10th Hong Kong Masters Athletics Championship took place over the weekend at Wan Chai Sports Ground. Photo: Sun Yeung](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/11/24/c0825235-3ed0-4884-88da-5fb85f4d2af7_bd039c1d.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333908/hong-kong-must-act-stop-athletics-talent-drain-says-former-record-holder) [Greater Bay Area](https://www.scmp.com/topics/greater-bay-area) [National Games co-hosts sign 4-party pact to build on cooperation, progress The deal, which has potential to bid to stage Asian Games or Olympics, aims at boosting cooperation between the three Greater Bay Area regions.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333920/national-games-co-hosts-sign-4-party-pact-build-sports-cooperation-progress) 24 Nov 2025 - 7:16PM [![Cyclists compete across the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge in the men’s road race at the National Games, which ended last week. Photo: Xinhua](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/11/24/dd12dc93-db08-48d3-9317-61f42654ffec_0b871525.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333920/national-games-co-hosts-sign-4-party-pact-build-sports-cooperation-progress) [Hong Kong sports](https://www.scmp.com/topics/hong-kong-sports) [Opinion \\| Hong Kong can take inspiration from its athletes’ winning spiritHong Kong competitors at the National Games have not just won medals but have infused the city with renewed energy and drive.](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3333698/hong-kong-can-take-inspiration-its-athletes-winning-spirit) 24 Nov 2025 - 9:30AM videocam [Hong Kong sports](https://www.scmp.com/topics/hong-kong-sports) [Hong Kong sets sights on bay area bid for Olympics after National Games successJoint bid with Guangdong and Macau will be a ‘super-strong alliance’, sports chief Rosanna Law says after ex-IOC chief backs region as host.](https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3333782/hong-kong-build-national-games-success-gba-cities-official) 22 Nov 2025 - 4:59PM Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement [Hong Kong Sports Institute](https://www.scmp.com/topics/hong-kong-sports-institute) [Opinion \\| From flights of fancy to reality, National Games paves way for a bright future Hosting the Olympics is no longer a pipe dream for Hong Kong, now it just needs to get its athletes in line.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333779/flights-fancy-reality-national-games-paves-way-bright-future) 22 Nov 2025 - 1:30PM [![Former IOC president Thomas Bach (left) talks to Hong Kong rower Winnie Hung during a chance meeting at the National Games. Photo: Elson Li](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/11/22/d833504b-13c4-4d56-9412-4f7ee6a3b086_472d8e42.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333779/flights-fancy-reality-national-games-paves-way-bright-future) [Andy Lau Tak-wah](https://www.scmp.com/topics/andy-lau-tak-wah) [Hong Kong director Andrew Lau talks about National Games opening ceremonyThe theme of the spectacle was “One Heart, One Wish” and infused the deep spirit of Southern China and Cantonese culture.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/china/article/3333686/hong-kong-director-andrew-lau-reveals-inspiration-national-games-opening-ceremony) 22 Nov 2025 - 12:07PM [Hong Kong baseball coach ‘loving’ dedicated players, sets new Asian Games targetSean Au Hok-leung in fourth decade on city team staff and excited about squad’s talent and potential after breakthrough National Games.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333735/hong-kong-baseball-coach-loving-dedicated-players-sets-new-asian-games-target) 22 Nov 2025 - 10:00AM [Lessons from China's history](https://www.scmp.com/topics/lessons-chinas-history) [Reflections \\| From slapping body parts to National Games, China’s history of exerciseUsed to train soldiers long before its benefits were taught to regular folk, exercise has become a matter of national resilience in China.](https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/chinese-culture/article/3333375/how-china-embraced-physical-fitness-through-history-polo-todays-national-games) 22 Nov 2025 - 8:15AM [![新华社照片，广州，2025年11月9日这是11月9日拍摄的开幕式现场表演。当日，第十五届全国运动会开幕式在广东奥林匹克体育中心举行。新华社记者卢汉欣摄](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/11/21/72035725-401e-4679-a910-c56dcb1501ec_f1e3f05c.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/chinese-culture/article/3333375/how-china-embraced-physical-fitness-through-history-polo-todays-national-games) [Hong Kong society](https://www.scmp.com/topics/hong-kong-society) [Editorial \\| National Games’ lasting legacy will have an impact that transcends sport The breakthrough performance of Hong Kong athletes was mirrored by the city’s success as co-host, providing a platform that can be built on.](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3333754/national-games-lasting-legacy-will-have-impact-transcends-sport) 22 Nov 2025 - 7:00AM [![Chief Executive John Lee at the Opening Ceremony of the 15th National Games in Guangzhou. Photo: ISD](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/11/21/9b82d212-5dbe-4406-a071-308686ae5af0_a4def7c7.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3333754/national-games-lasting-legacy-will-have-impact-transcends-sport) [Ceci lee](https://www.scmp.com/topics/ceci-lee) [National Games’ new generation set to shine at Asian Games, Olympics and beyondHong Kong’s Ceci Lee and Ryan Choi among a host of athletes who have taken the torch from the likes of Ma Long, Sun Yang and Pan Zhanle.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/3333742/national-games-new-generation-stars-set-shine-asian-games-olympics-and-beyond) 22 Nov 2025 - 12:31PM [Greater Bay Area](https://www.scmp.com/topics/greater-bay-area) [Games closing ceremony marks more of a beginning than end for Greater Bay AreaA fusion of technology and performing art at new Happy Theatre serves as audition for what may come in the years ahead.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333759/national-games-closing-ceremony-marks-more-beginning-end-greater-bay-area) 22 Nov 2025 - 12:12AM [Nicholas Halliday](https://www.scmp.com/topics/nicholas-halliday) [Meet Hong Kong’s history-making medal winners from the National GamesFirst-time winners brought honour alongside established medallists as the city won more medals than at any previous Games.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/3333743/meet-hong-kongs-history-making-medal-winners-national-games) 22 Nov 2025 - 12:34PM [![Hong Kong’s most decorated Olympian, Siobhan Haughey, won her favourite event, the 200m freestyle, and the 100m freestyle at the National Games, along with two bronze medals. Photo: Eugene Lee](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/11/21/eb408f9d-c634-4225-a937-163db824766a_ccddd9c0.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/3333743/meet-hong-kongs-history-making-medal-winners-national-games) [National Games closing ceremony: celebrating past, present, future - as it happened The Huanle Theatre promises to be a fitting location to the end of two weeks of action across the Greater Bay Area.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333722/stunning-water-stage-provides-backdrop-national-games-closing-ceremony) 21 Nov 2025 - 9:49PM [![Artists perform during the closing ceremony of China’s 15th National Games in Shenzhen. Photo: Xinhua](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/11/21/e4531cec-52f7-4779-b19e-2c22045a0603_bb90a880.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333722/stunning-water-stage-provides-backdrop-national-games-closing-ceremony) [Doo Hoi-kem](https://www.scmp.com/topics/doo-hoi-kem) [Hong Kong table tennis player Doo to be flag bearer at Games closing ceremonyClosing ceremony scheduled to start at 8pm in Shenzhen, bringing to close almost two weeks of sporting action.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/article/3333693/hong-kong-table-tennis-player-doo-be-flag-bearer-national-games-closing-ceremony) 21 Nov 2025 - 5:15PM [China Future Tech briefing](https://www.scmp.com/topics/china-future-tech-briefing) [Robotics \\| China’s humanoid robots enter workforce as Tesla wait goes onXpeng, Unitree and other Chinese robot makers are nearing mass production of humanoid units as problems including hands delay Elon Musk’s plans.](https://www.scmp.com/plus/article/3333635/chinas-humanoid-robots-enter-workforce-tesla-wait-goes?module=plus_label&pgtype=topic) 21 Nov 2025 - 5:40PM Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Help preserve 120 years of quality journalism. 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Readable Markdown	2025 National Games The 15th National Games will be held in Hong Kong, Guangzhou and Macau from November 9 to 21, 2025. Held every four years, the National Games is considered China’s highest multi-sport event. [![Chinese swimmer Li Bingjie shared a 2020 photograph of her eating a cold steamed bun at a training facility 2,400m above sea level during a CCTV interview released on Sunday. Photo: CCTV](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2026/03/08/91884fac-a53f-48b2-8862-1b8f78bde062_61775c12.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/sport/china/article/3345884/chinese-swimmer-li-bingjie-reveals-secret-her-return-la-olympic-track-cold-buns) [Swimming](https://www.scmp.com/topics/swimming) [China swimmer Li Bingjie reveals secret of her return to Olympic track: cold buns National Games gold medallist says she was never a prodigy but a ‘shark’ who found her way back to the top through sheer grit.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/china/article/3345884/chinese-swimmer-li-bingjie-reveals-secret-her-return-la-olympic-track-cold-buns) 9 Mar 2026 - 10:00AM [Hong Kong Marathon](https://www.scmp.com/topics/standard-chartered-hong-kong-marathon) [Wong Tsz-to, Tsang Hiu-tung not getting carried away with 10km wins](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3340305/hong-kong-marathon-past-winners-wong-tsz-tsang-hiu-tung-claim-10km-races) 18 Jan 2026 - 3:35PM [Hong Kong Marathon](https://www.scmp.com/topics/standard-chartered-hong-kong-marathon) [Top city runner Virginia Lo to resume ‘personal best’ quest at Hong Kong Marathon](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3339771/hong-kongs-virginia-lo-resume-quest-another-personal-best-hong-kong-marathon) 14 Jan 2026 - 3:19PM [Hong Kong sports](https://www.scmp.com/topics/hong-kong-sports) [Editorial \\| Disabled athletes’ success an inspiration for all of Hong Kong Their achievements should put a spotlight on the contributions people with disabilities across society can make and the support they need.](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3337032/disabled-athletes-success-inspiration-all-hong-kong) 21 Dec 2025 - 7:15AM [![Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu and other officials attend the flag presentation of the Hong Kong delegation to the 12th National Paralympic Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games of the People’s Republic of China on November 24. Photo: Jonathan Wong](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/12/19/b3ba2640-ced7-4e5e-8ba2-8b866b4e5345_971b0cd2.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3337032/disabled-athletes-success-inspiration-all-hong-kong) [China selects Hong Kong handball players – but are they eligible to switch team?Wong Kin and Toby Lin chosen for China reserve squad after catching eye during National Games, while they remain in Hong Kong team too.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3337130/china-selects-hong-kong-handball-players-are-they-eligible-switch-team) 20 Dec 2025 - 9:00AM [Hongkongers shine at para National Games with golds in swimming, table tennisLau Chiu-yee swims to gold while Wong Hon-lam and Winnie Pang win table tennis honours in National Games for Persons with Disabilities.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3335766/hongkongers-shine-para-national-games-golds-swimming-table-tennis) 9 Dec 2025 - 7:07PM Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement [Hong Kong](https://www.scmp.com/topics/hong-kong) [Editorial \\| Time to cheer on our disabled athletes The National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the Special Olympic Games have begun. Every effort must be made to ensure success.](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/article/3335468/time-cheer-our-disabled-athletes) 7 Dec 2025 - 7:15AM [![Chief Executive John Lee and Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law attend the Flag Presentation Ceremony of the HKSAR Delegation to the 12th National Paralympic Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games of the People’s Republic of China, on 24 November. Photo: Jonathan Wong](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/12/06/d261c52b-e951-40f7-bd6d-08535cbd92f2_66be046e.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/article/3335468/time-cheer-our-disabled-athletes) [Olympics](https://www.scmp.com/topics/olympics) [China can’t rule Olympic cycling until provinces put own agendas aside: coachNational Games prove ‘big frustration’ for China’s coach Benoit Vetu, who says he must start from zero to chase world domination.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/china/article/3335360/china-cant-rule-olympic-cycling-until-provinces-put-own-agendas-aside-coach) 5 Dec 2025 - 5:47PM [Yeung Tak-keung](https://www.scmp.com/topics/yeung-tak-keung) [Yeung at heart: head of National Games Office eyes role as athlete after retirementThe 64-year-old Yeung Tak-keung plans to travel to play sports and compete in handball at the World Masters Games in Kansai, Japan, in 2027.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3334745/yeung-heart-head-national-games-office-eyes-role-athlete-after-retirement) 3 Dec 2025 - 9:23AM [Hong Kong society](https://www.scmp.com/topics/hong-kong-society) [Opinion \\| Sporting passion of Hongkongers is an inspirationThe enthusiasm of volunteers at the National Games, the energy of the city’s football fans and the dedication of unpaid coaches at the club level are truly impressive.](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3334397/sporting-passion-hongkongers-inspiration) 1 Dec 2025 - 5:30AMvideocam [![Fans erupt in the second half of Hong Kong men’s handball match against Beijing at the National Games at Kai Tak Arena on November 10. Photo: Eugene Lee](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/11/28/bbec6756-19e8-45b9-8fc4-093fdef9e5b9_946df1db.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3334397/sporting-passion-hongkongers-inspiration) [Hong Kong environmental issues](https://www.scmp.com/topics/hong-kong-environmental-issues) [Letters \\| In the National Games, Hong Kong has a model of a green mega event Readers discuss the features of the games that safeguard sustainability and the passing of an Indian cinema legend.](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/letters/article/3334441/national-games-hong-kong-has-model-green-mega-event) 30 Nov 2025 - 11:30AM [![Installations of the National Games mascot Lerongrong are displayed at Kai Tak Station Square in Hong Kong on October 30. Some of the installations, put up across the Greater Bay Area cities, were made of marine plastic collected from beach clean-ups. Photo: Dickson Lee](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/11/28/36af0620-4068-4849-912c-313be0859875_2629bb6d.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/letters/article/3334441/national-games-hong-kong-has-model-green-mega-event) [Greater Bay Area](https://www.scmp.com/topics/greater-bay-area) [Editorial \\| Hong Kong should seize National Games momentum to build sporting futureThe signing of an agreement between the three co-hosts and the General Administration of Sport of China provides a framework for future development.](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3334474/hong-kong-should-seize-national-games-momentum-build-sporting-future) 30 Nov 2025 - 7:15AM [Hong Kong society](https://www.scmp.com/topics/hong-kong-society) [Opinion \\| National Games underscored ties that bind Hongkongers with rest of ChinaThrough tears and celebrations, the Games highlighted the importance of connectivity and the shared spirit among China’s peoples and regions.](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3334268/national-games-underscored-ties-bind-hongkongers-rest-china) 28 Nov 2025 - 5:30AMvideocam [Hong Kong, China Association of Athletics Affiliates](https://www.scmp.com/topics/hong-kong-china-association-athletics-affiliates) [Hong Kong must act to stop athletics talent drain, says former record holderAlan Cheung, who broke the city 110m hurdles record in 1996, then quit the sport, wants more government backing for track and field.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333908/hong-kong-must-act-stop-athletics-talent-drain-says-former-record-holder) 26 Nov 2025 - 1:59PM [![The 10th Hong Kong Masters Athletics Championship took place over the weekend at Wan Chai Sports Ground. Photo: Sun Yeung](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/11/24/c0825235-3ed0-4884-88da-5fb85f4d2af7_bd039c1d.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333908/hong-kong-must-act-stop-athletics-talent-drain-says-former-record-holder) [Greater Bay Area](https://www.scmp.com/topics/greater-bay-area) [National Games co-hosts sign 4-party pact to build on cooperation, progress The deal, which has potential to bid to stage Asian Games or Olympics, aims at boosting cooperation between the three Greater Bay Area regions.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333920/national-games-co-hosts-sign-4-party-pact-build-sports-cooperation-progress) 24 Nov 2025 - 7:16PM [![Cyclists compete across the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge in the men’s road race at the National Games, which ended last week. Photo: Xinhua](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/11/24/dd12dc93-db08-48d3-9317-61f42654ffec_0b871525.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333920/national-games-co-hosts-sign-4-party-pact-build-sports-cooperation-progress) [Hong Kong sports](https://www.scmp.com/topics/hong-kong-sports) [Opinion \\| Hong Kong can take inspiration from its athletes’ winning spiritHong Kong competitors at the National Games have not just won medals but have infused the city with renewed energy and drive.](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3333698/hong-kong-can-take-inspiration-its-athletes-winning-spirit) 24 Nov 2025 - 9:30AMvideocam [Hong Kong sports](https://www.scmp.com/topics/hong-kong-sports) [Hong Kong sets sights on bay area bid for Olympics after National Games successJoint bid with Guangdong and Macau will be a ‘super-strong alliance’, sports chief Rosanna Law says after ex-IOC chief backs region as host.](https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3333782/hong-kong-build-national-games-success-gba-cities-official) 22 Nov 2025 - 4:59PM Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement [Hong Kong Sports Institute](https://www.scmp.com/topics/hong-kong-sports-institute) [Opinion \\| From flights of fancy to reality, National Games paves way for a bright future Hosting the Olympics is no longer a pipe dream for Hong Kong, now it just needs to get its athletes in line.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333779/flights-fancy-reality-national-games-paves-way-bright-future) 22 Nov 2025 - 1:30PM [![Former IOC president Thomas Bach (left) talks to Hong Kong rower Winnie Hung during a chance meeting at the National Games. Photo: Elson Li](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/11/22/d833504b-13c4-4d56-9412-4f7ee6a3b086_472d8e42.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333779/flights-fancy-reality-national-games-paves-way-bright-future) [Andy Lau Tak-wah](https://www.scmp.com/topics/andy-lau-tak-wah) [Hong Kong director Andrew Lau talks about National Games opening ceremonyThe theme of the spectacle was “One Heart, One Wish” and infused the deep spirit of Southern China and Cantonese culture.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/china/article/3333686/hong-kong-director-andrew-lau-reveals-inspiration-national-games-opening-ceremony) 22 Nov 2025 - 12:07PM [Hong Kong baseball coach ‘loving’ dedicated players, sets new Asian Games targetSean Au Hok-leung in fourth decade on city team staff and excited about squad’s talent and potential after breakthrough National Games.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333735/hong-kong-baseball-coach-loving-dedicated-players-sets-new-asian-games-target) 22 Nov 2025 - 10:00AM [Lessons from China's history](https://www.scmp.com/topics/lessons-chinas-history) [Reflections \\| From slapping body parts to National Games, China’s history of exerciseUsed to train soldiers long before its benefits were taught to regular folk, exercise has become a matter of national resilience in China.](https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/chinese-culture/article/3333375/how-china-embraced-physical-fitness-through-history-polo-todays-national-games) 22 Nov 2025 - 8:15AM [![新华社照片，广州，2025年11月9日这是11月9日拍摄的开幕式现场表演。当日，第十五届全国运动会开幕式在广东奥林匹克体育中心举行。新华社记者卢汉欣摄](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/11/21/72035725-401e-4679-a910-c56dcb1501ec_f1e3f05c.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/chinese-culture/article/3333375/how-china-embraced-physical-fitness-through-history-polo-todays-national-games) [Hong Kong society](https://www.scmp.com/topics/hong-kong-society) [Editorial \\| National Games’ lasting legacy will have an impact that transcends sport The breakthrough performance of Hong Kong athletes was mirrored by the city’s success as co-host, providing a platform that can be built on.](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3333754/national-games-lasting-legacy-will-have-impact-transcends-sport) 22 Nov 2025 - 7:00AM [![Chief Executive John Lee at the Opening Ceremony of the 15th National Games in Guangzhou. Photo: ISD](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/11/21/9b82d212-5dbe-4406-a071-308686ae5af0_a4def7c7.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3333754/national-games-lasting-legacy-will-have-impact-transcends-sport) [Ceci lee](https://www.scmp.com/topics/ceci-lee) [National Games’ new generation set to shine at Asian Games, Olympics and beyondHong Kong’s Ceci Lee and Ryan Choi among a host of athletes who have taken the torch from the likes of Ma Long, Sun Yang and Pan Zhanle.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/3333742/national-games-new-generation-stars-set-shine-asian-games-olympics-and-beyond) 22 Nov 2025 - 12:31PM [Greater Bay Area](https://www.scmp.com/topics/greater-bay-area) [Games closing ceremony marks more of a beginning than end for Greater Bay AreaA fusion of technology and performing art at new Happy Theatre serves as audition for what may come in the years ahead.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333759/national-games-closing-ceremony-marks-more-beginning-end-greater-bay-area) 22 Nov 2025 - 12:12AM [Nicholas Halliday](https://www.scmp.com/topics/nicholas-halliday) [Meet Hong Kong’s history-making medal winners from the National GamesFirst-time winners brought honour alongside established medallists as the city won more medals than at any previous Games.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/3333743/meet-hong-kongs-history-making-medal-winners-national-games) 22 Nov 2025 - 12:34PM [![Hong Kong’s most decorated Olympian, Siobhan Haughey, won her favourite event, the 200m freestyle, and the 100m freestyle at the National Games, along with two bronze medals. Photo: Eugene Lee](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/11/21/eb408f9d-c634-4225-a937-163db824766a_ccddd9c0.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/3333743/meet-hong-kongs-history-making-medal-winners-national-games) [National Games closing ceremony: celebrating past, present, future - as it happened The Huanle Theatre promises to be a fitting location to the end of two weeks of action across the Greater Bay Area.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333722/stunning-water-stage-provides-backdrop-national-games-closing-ceremony) 21 Nov 2025 - 9:49PM [![Artists perform during the closing ceremony of China’s 15th National Games in Shenzhen. Photo: Xinhua](https://cdn.i-scmp.com/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/11/21/e4531cec-52f7-4779-b19e-2c22045a0603_bb90a880.jpg)](https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3333722/stunning-water-stage-provides-backdrop-national-games-closing-ceremony) [Doo Hoi-kem](https://www.scmp.com/topics/doo-hoi-kem) [Hong Kong table tennis player Doo to be flag bearer at Games closing ceremonyClosing ceremony scheduled to start at 8pm in Shenzhen, bringing to close almost two weeks of sporting action.](https://www.scmp.com/sport/article/3333693/hong-kong-table-tennis-player-doo-be-flag-bearer-national-games-closing-ceremony) 21 Nov 2025 - 5:15PM [China Future Tech briefing](https://www.scmp.com/topics/china-future-tech-briefing) [Robotics \\| China’s humanoid robots enter workforce as Tesla wait goes onXpeng, Unitree and other Chinese robot makers are nearing mass production of humanoid units as problems including hands delay Elon Musk’s plans.](https://www.scmp.com/plus/article/3333635/chinas-humanoid-robots-enter-workforce-tesla-wait-goes?module=plus_label&pgtype=topic) 21 Nov 2025 - 5:40PM Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Help preserve 120 years of quality journalism. 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