Sports Archives | Macao News https://macaonews.org/cat-life/sports/ Macao News Tue, 12 Dec 2023 00:20:29 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.1.4 https://macaonews.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/cropped-MN_Monogram_Red-One-32x32.png Sports Archives | Macao News https://macaonews.org/cat-life/sports/ 32 32 Joe Iao wins the Mr. Macao title for the eleventh time https://macaonews.org/life/mr-macao-joe-iao-bodybuilder-macau/ https://macaonews.org/life/mr-macao-joe-iao-bodybuilder-macau/#respond Mon, 11 Dec 2023 07:20:30 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=68242 Bodybuilder, Joe Iao, Mr. Macao The 47-year old bodybuilder and trainer bagged three prizes during yesterday’s competition, which he said was tougher than previous events.

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Get ready football fans: Hong Kong is set to host Inter Miami in 2024 https://macaonews.org/life/hong-kong-inter-miami-2024-lionel-messi/ https://macaonews.org/life/hong-kong-inter-miami-2024-lionel-messi/#respond Fri, 08 Dec 2023 10:22:45 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=68211 Lionel Messi Lionel Messi and Inter Miami will play Hong Kong’s best eleven for their first-ever global tour game on 4 February.

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The world’s no. 1 snooker player looks forward to ‘Christmas in Macao’ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-snooker-masters-ronnie-osullivan-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-snooker-masters-ronnie-osullivan-macao/#respond Wed, 06 Dec 2023 23:49:14 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=68164 Ronnie O’Sullivan Macau Snooker Masters But Ronnie O’Sullivan’s fondness for competing in Macao and Hong Kong is controversial – landing him in hot water with the World Snooker Tour.

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Soccer star Luís Figo will attend this weekend’s sports collectibles event https://macaonews.org/life/luis-figo-macau-ascc-macao-macau/ https://macaonews.org/life/luis-figo-macau-ascc-macao-macau/#respond Wed, 06 Dec 2023 07:36:54 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=68158 Luís Figo will attend this weekend’s sports collectibles event at the Venetian Macao The famed Portuguese footballer will meet with fans and sign autographs during the three-day Asia Sports Collectors Convention.

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Lawmaker calls for more sports to utilise Macao’s sizeable racecourse https://macaonews.org/life/macau-jockey-club-mjc-sport-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-jockey-club-mjc-sport-macao/#respond Mon, 04 Dec 2023 23:36:05 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=68101 Macau Jockey Club The MJC needs more money and the government wants Macao to stage more international sports events. Could widening the racecourse’s remit help both causes?

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Griekspoor wins the first MGM Macau Tennis Masters https://macaonews.org/life/mgm-macau-tennis-masters-macao-winner-tallon-griekspoor/ https://macaonews.org/life/mgm-macau-tennis-masters-macao-winner-tallon-griekspoor/#respond Mon, 04 Dec 2023 07:59:15 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=68087 Tallon Griekspoor at MGM Macau Tennis Masters The talented Dutch player looked like a star in the making as he overpowered his Croatian opponent Borna Ćorić.

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Ethiopian runners triumph as Macao Marathon sees international participation return post-pandemic https://macaonews.org/life/2023-galaxy-macau-international-marathon-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/2023-galaxy-macau-international-marathon-macao/#respond Sun, 03 Dec 2023 05:56:17 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=68046 42nd Macau International Marathon The 42nd edition drew 12,000 athletes, with Ethiopian runners Kebebe and Ambi taking the top spots.

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Macao’s women’s football team lose 6-0 to Guam in a EAFF match https://macaonews.org/life/guam-macaos-womens-football-eaff-competition/ https://macaonews.org/life/guam-macaos-womens-football-eaff-competition/#respond Sun, 03 Dec 2023 02:28:22 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=68034 Macao women's football team's Oriana Wong battling it out with Guam's Rebecca Bartosh in the second preliminary match of the East Asian Football Federation’s Women’s Football Championship Macao faced an abysmal 16-0 defeat in the first match against Chinese Taipei and a 6-0 loss against Guam yesterday, with one more game to go.

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Macao’s women’s football team loses its EAFF match against Chinese Taipei 16-0 https://macaonews.org/life/macao-eaff-women-football-taipei-macau/ https://macaonews.org/life/macao-eaff-women-football-taipei-macau/#respond Thu, 30 Nov 2023 08:16:01 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67973 Macao’s women’s football team loses its EAFF match against Chinese Taipei 16-0 A drastically outclassed SAR squad goes down against a dominant opponent in a humiliating fiasco.

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Will Lionel Messi and Inter Miami be playing in Hong Kong? https://macaonews.org/life/messi-hong-kong-inter-miami-david-beckham/ https://macaonews.org/life/messi-hong-kong-inter-miami-david-beckham/#respond Wed, 29 Nov 2023 23:45:01 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67951 Lionel Messi and Inter Miami might be playing in Hong Kong at the Lunar New Year Cup Rumours that the Argentinian soccer legend is heading for Macao’s neighbouring SAR have been stoked by a visit from Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham.

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The MJC has averted a strike by jockeys and trainers, a report says https://macaonews.org/life/macau-mjc-jockey-club-strike-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-mjc-jockey-club-strike-macao/#respond Thu, 23 Nov 2023 09:12:05 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67764 MJC has averted a strike by jockeys and trainers Club staff had apparently threatened to go on strike over the MJC’s plan to slash prize money, affecting income for jockeys and trainers.

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‘Luck is for losers.’ Nadieh Schoots on being the Grand Prix’s only female motorcyclist https://macaonews.org/life/luck-is-for-losers-nadieh-schoots-on-being-the-grand-prixs-only-female-motorcyclist/ https://macaonews.org/life/luck-is-for-losers-nadieh-schoots-on-being-the-grand-prixs-only-female-motorcyclist/#respond Thu, 23 Nov 2023 06:58:40 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67749 Nadieh Schoots at the 70th Macau Grand Prix The Dutch rider talks to Macao News about her favourite bike, being a woman in a male-dominated sport and her need for speed.

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Macao wins big at the World Wushu Championships https://macaonews.org/life/macau-world-wushu-championships-2023-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-world-wushu-championships-2023-macao/#respond Wed, 22 Nov 2023 06:58:51 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67721 Macao wins at the World Wushu Championships The SAR picked up an impressive four medals on the last day of the contest, putting its medal tally count only second to mainland China.

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A record 145,000 people attended the Grand Prix this year https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-2023-attendance-visitors-tourism-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-2023-attendance-visitors-tourism-macao/#respond Mon, 20 Nov 2023 06:02:03 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67663 Macau Grand Prix attendance Held over two consecutive weekends, the first post-pandemic iteration of Macao’s iconic motorsports event has been a roaring success.

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Luke Browning is crowned the Macau Formula 3 champion https://macaonews.org/life/luke-browning-is-crowned-the-macau-formula-3-champion/ https://macaonews.org/life/luke-browning-is-crowned-the-macau-formula-3-champion/#respond Sun, 19 Nov 2023 09:45:31 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67642 Luke Browning Macau Formula 3 champion - Macau Grand Prix A debut race to remember for the young British driver as he claims the Formula 3 title at the historic 70th iteration of the Macau Grand Prix.

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Raffaele Marciello takes home the Macau GT Cup https://macaonews.org/life/raffaele-marciello-takes-home-the-macau-gt-cup/ https://macaonews.org/life/raffaele-marciello-takes-home-the-macau-gt-cup/#respond Sun, 19 Nov 2023 06:33:30 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67639 Raffaele Marciello win the Macau GT Cup The Swiss driver is now a two-time winner here in Macao, taking the trophy ahead of Eduardo Mortara and Augusto Farfus.

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The second Macau Guia Race has been won by Frédéric Vervisch https://macaonews.org/life/macau-guia-race-frederic-vervisch-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-guia-race-frederic-vervisch-macao/#respond Sun, 19 Nov 2023 03:54:13 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67636 Macau Guia Race - Frédéric Vervisch The Belgian driver crosses the line in first place after an intensely competitive race, full of drama and excitement.

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Adrian Chung wins the Macau Grand Prix 70th Anniversary Challenge https://macaonews.org/life/maca-adrian-chung-macau-grand-prix-70th-anniversary-challenge/ https://macaonews.org/life/maca-adrian-chung-macau-grand-prix-70th-anniversary-challenge/#respond Sun, 19 Nov 2023 02:38:21 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67632 Adrian Chung wins Macau Grand Prix 70th Anniversary Challenge The Hong Kong driver put on a stellar performance to take the podium and finished the race with a gap of more than seven seconds.

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Max Hart wins the second race of the Macau Touring Car Cup https://macaonews.org/life/max-hart-macau-touring-car-cup/ https://macaonews.org/life/max-hart-macau-touring-car-cup/#respond Sun, 19 Nov 2023 01:26:14 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67629 Max Hart wins the Macau Touring Car Cup The Irishman claims a debut victory in Macao and a first win in the TCR championship.

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Luke Browning will lead the pack in the Macau Formula 3 Grand Prix race https://macaonews.org/life/macao-luke-browning-macau-formula-3-grand-prix-race/ https://macaonews.org/life/macao-luke-browning-macau-formula-3-grand-prix-race/#respond Sat, 18 Nov 2023 09:19:33 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67626 Luke Browning - Formula 3 Grand Prix race A pole position for the British driver means he will start the race in front, with Alex Dunne and Gabriele Minì at his rear end.

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Raffaele Marciello in pole position for tomorrow’s Macau GT Cup race https://macaonews.org/life/raffaele-marciello-macau-macao-gt-cup-race/ https://macaonews.org/life/raffaele-marciello-macau-macao-gt-cup-race/#respond Sat, 18 Nov 2023 07:40:52 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67624 Marciello dominated Macau GT Cup qualification, securing pole position. Despite crashes and delays, Marciello and Engel lead tomorrow’s Mercedes AMG-heavy race.

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The winner of the first Macau Guia Race is Norbert Michelisz https://macaonews.org/life/winner-macau-guia-race-norbert-michelisz-macao-grand-prix/ https://macaonews.org/life/winner-macau-guia-race-norbert-michelisz-macao-grand-prix/#respond Sat, 18 Nov 2023 06:14:23 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67620 Norbert Michelisz Robert Huff and Mikel Azcona steal the show at the Macau Guia Race, but the winner is Hungary’s Norbert Michelisz.

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Martin Cao wins the first race of the Macau Touring Car Cup – China Touring Car Championship https://macaonews.org/life/martin-cao-macau-touring-car-cup-china-touring-car-championship/ https://macaonews.org/life/martin-cao-macau-touring-car-cup-china-touring-car-championship/#respond Sat, 18 Nov 2023 04:20:26 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67617 Martin Cao wins Macau Touring Car Cup Martin Cao claimed victory, while China Touring Car Championship leader Jack Young pulled out early in the race.

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Briton’s Peter Hickman wins the 55th Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix https://macaonews.org/life/peter-hickman-55-macau-motorcycle-grand-prix-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/peter-hickman-55-macau-motorcycle-grand-prix-macao/#respond Sat, 18 Nov 2023 02:45:17 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67612 Peter Hickman Hickman clinches victory at the 55th Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix, despite early withdrawals and a red flag incident, marking his fourth championship win at the event.

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A day before week two races at the Macau Grand Prix https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-2023-motogp-formula-3-gt-cup-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-2023-motogp-formula-3-gt-cup-macao/#respond Fri, 17 Nov 2023 22:00:18 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67605 Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix The 2023 Macau Grand Prix racers have set the fastest laps and are ready to take on the main event this weekend.

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Horse racing is about to get less lucrative for owners https://macaonews.org/life/macau-horse-racing-mjc-prize-money-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-horse-racing-mjc-prize-money-macao/#respond Thu, 16 Nov 2023 23:30:40 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67582 Macau Jockey Club (MJC) horse racing The financially beleaguered Macau Jockey Club is reducing the amount of prize money up for grabs in the city’s horse races.

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Basketball fans: the East Asia Super League is coming back to Macao https://macaonews.org/life/macau-basketball-east-asia-super-league-easl-meralco-ryukyu-macau/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-basketball-east-asia-super-league-easl-meralco-ryukyu-macau/#respond Thu, 16 Nov 2023 23:10:59 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67580 The Meralco Bolts of the Philippine Basketball Association will play the Japan B.League’s Ryukyu Golden Kings in the East Asia Super League The Philippines’ Meralco Bolts are set to play Japan’s Ryukyu Golden Kings next month at the ‘Clash of the Champions.’

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Seven questions with Prema Racing team principal René Rosin https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-rene-rosin-sjm-theodore-prema-racing/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-rene-rosin-sjm-theodore-prema-racing/#respond Thu, 16 Nov 2023 08:28:53 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67564 SJM Theodore PREMA Racing team principal René Rosin Prema’s team principal René Rosin led his team to two trophies at the opening weekend of the Macau Grand Prix. Here’s what he expects from the upcoming weekend.

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The International Series golf tournament is ready to swing into Macao https://macaonews.org/life/golf-international-series-macau-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/golf-international-series-macau-macao/#respond Wed, 15 Nov 2023 07:09:00 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67519 Patrick Reed of the United States tees off during day one of the 2018 Honma Hong Kong Open in Hong Kong/ International Series Macau Top golfers Patrick Reed, Graeme McDowell and Andy Ogletree attended a launch event yesterday at Wynn Macau, promising local golf fans a treat.

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Aaron Kwok makes a long-awaited return to the Macau Grand Prix https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-macao-aaron-kwok/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-macao-aaron-kwok/#respond Wed, 15 Nov 2023 06:31:42 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67510 Aaron Kwok makes a long-awaited return to the Macau Grand Prix After a decade-long hiatus from the Guia Circuit, the veteran Hong Kong pop star and actor will be getting back on track in the Macau Touring Car Cup.

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Lineup revealed for the MGM Macau Tennis Masters https://macaonews.org/life/mgm-macau-tennis-masters-macao-3/ https://macaonews.org/life/mgm-macau-tennis-masters-macao-3/#respond Tue, 14 Nov 2023 06:57:38 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67468 MGM Macau Tennis Taylor Fritz The two-day tournament takes place in early December on indoor hardcourts at the Macao East Asia Games Dome.

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The 70th Macau Grand Prix: Photos from an unforgettable weekend https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-2023-photos-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-2023-photos-macao/#respond Mon, 13 Nov 2023 08:23:33 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67432 2023 Macau Grand Prix Macao has spent 2023 fighting its way back from the economic and emotional ravages of the Covid-19 pandemic. The Grand Prix is setting the seal on the city’s comeback.

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Here are the highlights from day two of the 2023 Macau Grand Prix https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-arvid-lindblad-darryl-oyoung-champions-f4-gt3-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-arvid-lindblad-darryl-oyoung-champions-f4-gt3-macao/#respond Sun, 12 Nov 2023 23:53:43 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67405 Macau Formula 4 champion Arvid Lindblad at the 70th Macau Grand Prix A dramatic finale sets the seal on an action-packed first weekend for the 70th Macau Grand Prix.

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Here are the highlights from day one of the 2023 Macau Grand Prix https://macaonews.org/life/here-are-the-highlights-from-day-one-of-the-2023-macau-grand-prix/ https://macaonews.org/life/here-are-the-highlights-from-day-one-of-the-2023-macau-grand-prix/#respond Sun, 12 Nov 2023 00:40:26 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67393 2023 Macau Grand Prix highlights It’s only the beginning of the 70th Macau Grand Prix and we’ve seen red flags, crashes and more. This is what to know about day one.

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Trackside at the Macau Grand Prix with physical trainer Federico Stirpe https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-2023-physiotherapist-federico-stirpe-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-2023-physiotherapist-federico-stirpe-macao/#respond Sun, 12 Nov 2023 00:00:55 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67398 Physio Federico Stirpe puts driver Anderson Tanoto through his post-qualifying paces The motorsport specialist talks to Macao News about the physical demands that racing imposes on competitors.

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Five female racers you’ll see at the 2023 Macau Grand Prix https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-2023-female-racers-drivers-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-2023-female-racers-drivers-macao/#respond Fri, 10 Nov 2023 07:41:55 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67382 2023 Macau Grand Prix female racers, Bianca Bustamante Racing was a man’s world. Not any more. Here are some of the outstanding female drivers competing in the 70th Macau Grand Prix.

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These are the Macau Grand Prix races you shouldn’t miss https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-main-races-macao-2023/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-main-races-macao-2023/#respond Fri, 10 Nov 2023 02:43:21 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67315 70th Macau Grand Prix races If you’re not able to spend all day in the spectator stands, fear not. We’re cherry picking the major events for you.

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Wong Weng Ian bags herself a second medal at the Student (Youth) Games https://macaonews.org/life/macau-wong-weng-ian-student-youth-games-macao-wushu-jianshu-medal/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-wong-weng-ian-student-youth-games-macao-wushu-jianshu-medal/#respond Thu, 09 Nov 2023 02:00:42 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67295 Wong Weng Ian bags second medal at the Student (Youth) Games The SAR has sent a team of 174 to take part in 17 disciplines in Guangxi, where Macao’s total medal haul now stands at four.

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Macao wins a third medal at the Student (Youth) Games https://macaonews.org/life/macau-student-youth-games-medal-sou-wushu-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-student-youth-games-medal-sou-wushu-macao/#respond Wed, 08 Nov 2023 05:20:00 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67257 Sou Cho Man, Student (Youth) Games College student Sou Cho Man, who came fifth in her event at September’s Asian Games, picks up a wushu bronze in Guangxi.

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Wong Weng Ian scores another gold for Macao at the Student (Youth) Games https://macaonews.org/life/macau-wong-weng-ian-student-youth-games-macao-wushu-wong-medal/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-wong-weng-ian-student-youth-games-macao-wushu-wong-medal/#respond Tue, 07 Nov 2023 05:52:08 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67223 Wong Weng Ian Macao adds to its medal haul with wushu talent, Wong Weng Ian, coming first place in her event in Guangxi.

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Macao’s Lancy Chen wins a gold medal at the inaugural Student (Youth) Games https://macaonews.org/life/macau-student-youth-games-2023-macao-medal-swimming-lancy-chen/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-student-youth-games-2023-macao-medal-swimming-lancy-chen/#respond Sun, 05 Nov 2023 23:10:23 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67190 Macao swimmer Lancy Chen wins a gold medal at the Student Youth Games The Sacred Heart Canossian College student bags Macao’s first medal at the event, coming first in the 50-metre breaststroke competition.

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Macao is sending a sizable delegation to the nation’s inaugural Student (Youth) Games https://macaonews.org/life/macau-student-youth-games-china-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-student-youth-games-china-macao/#respond Mon, 30 Oct 2023 22:20:06 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=67073 Macao at Student Youth Games The SAR’s Chief Executive bid the 174 athletes good luck at Government Headquarters yesterday, urging them to lean into their fighting spirits – but make friends along the way.

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Tickets for the Grand Prix’s second weekend have almost sold out https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-tickets-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-tickets-macao/#respond Thu, 26 Oct 2023 04:09:54 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66953 Macao racer Charles Leong Hon Chio during Macau Grand Prix F4 event Prices for tickets on the final two days of racing range from 400 to 1000 patacas depending on spectator stand, but act fast if you want to secure a seat.

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Macao wins a table tennis bronze at the Asian Para Games https://macaonews.org/life/macau-asian-para-games-macao-medal/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-asian-para-games-macao-medal/#respond Wed, 25 Oct 2023 22:50:38 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66931 Macao at Asian Para Games Hangzhou U Choi Hung picks up Macao’s first honour at the Games, which are being held in Hangzhou until 28 October.

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Here’s where to learn tennis in Macao https://macaonews.org/life/learn-tennis-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/learn-tennis-macao/#respond Wed, 25 Oct 2023 07:29:16 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66919 Macao tennis schools Hyped for the upcoming tennis tournaments hitting Macao? Why not sign up for one of the courses below and unleash your tennis prowess?

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‘No one will know about it.’ How cricket in Macao endures against all odds https://macaonews.org/life/macau-cricket-association-adnan-nasim-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-cricket-association-adnan-nasim-macao/#respond Fri, 20 Oct 2023 21:56:06 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66827 The Macau Cricket Association team (in green) seen in a match against a visiting side from Hong Kong in 2009 - All photos courtesy of Adnan Nasim The Macau Cricket Association was set up in 2008, but financial difficulties and lack of public awareness have made it difficult to grow the sport in the city.

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A lack of fresh horses poses further questions about the MJC’s future https://macaonews.org/life/macau-jockey-club-macao-horses-mjc/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-jockey-club-macao-horses-mjc/#respond Fri, 20 Oct 2023 07:59:08 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66836 Macao horse racing Macau Jockey Club Unnamed club officials and trainers have told racing media that the 2024 season cannot be completed unless the Macau Jockey Club is allowed to import more steeds.

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Some of the biggest stars in women’s tennis are descending on Zhuhai https://macaonews.org/life/wta-tennis-elite-trophy-tournament-women-tennis-zhuhai/ https://macaonews.org/life/wta-tennis-elite-trophy-tournament-women-tennis-zhuhai/#respond Wed, 18 Oct 2023 23:30:26 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66757 WTA Elite Trophy Chinese players Zheng Qinwen and Wang Xinyu will face off against the Czech Republic’s Barbora Krejcikova and others at the WTA Elite Trophy Zhuhai.

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10 questions for Macao’s wushu gold medallist Li Yi https://macaonews.org/life/li-yi-wushu-macao-macau-asian-games-hangzhou/ https://macaonews.org/life/li-yi-wushu-macao-macau-asian-games-hangzhou/#respond Wed, 18 Oct 2023 03:34:27 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66724 A memorable moment as Li Yi kisses her gold medal during the Hangzhou Asian Games The martial artist became the pride of Macao after claiming gold at the Asian Games. She took time out to talk to Macao News about her path to the top.

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AFC Asian Qualifiers: Macao’s second game against Myanmar ends without a goal https://macaonews.org/life/afc-asian-qualifiers-world-cup-macau-macao-myanmar/ https://macaonews.org/life/afc-asian-qualifiers-world-cup-macau-macao-myanmar/#respond Tue, 17 Oct 2023 23:30:35 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66714 Myanmar- Macao_Myanmar’s Hein Phyo Win defending the ball against Macao’s Nuno Pereira at the second round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers The SAR is out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, while the Burmese side will face Japan, Syria and DPR Korea in round two.

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Here’s your chance to run the Guia Circuit (and receive a commemorative medal) https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-guia-circuit-fun-run-grand-prix/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-guia-circuit-fun-run-grand-prix/#respond Tue, 17 Oct 2023 23:15:42 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66716 Guia Circuit Fun Run Not everyone can tear around the infamous Guia Circuit at Formula 3 speeds. If 7 kilometres an hour is more your style, sign up for the Guia Circuit Fun Run.

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Macao will host the Chinese Tennis Association Tour Pro Finals in December https://macaonews.org/life/chinese-tennis-association-cta-tour-2023-pro-finals-macao-macau/ https://macaonews.org/life/chinese-tennis-association-cta-tour-2023-pro-finals-macao-macau/#respond Mon, 16 Oct 2023 23:15:25 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66677 Macao CTA Tour Finals_Zhang Zhizhen The Chinese championship will take place on the heels of the inaugural MGM Macau Tennis Masters, an international invitation-only tournament.

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Here’s where to learn Wushu in Macao https://macaonews.org/life/learn-wushu-in-macao-macau/ https://macaonews.org/life/learn-wushu-in-macao-macau/#respond Mon, 16 Oct 2023 09:09:39 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66653 Where to learn Wushu in Macao - Photo of Wong Weng Ian at the 2023 FISU World University With Macao’s outstanding success in the Wushu events at the recent Hangzhou Asian Games, there’s no better time to take up the sport.

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Australian golfer Min Woo Lee bags a record-breaking victory at the Macao Open https://macaonews.org/life/min-woo-lee-golf-sjm-macau-open-winner-2023-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/min-woo-lee-golf-sjm-macau-open-winner-2023-macao/#respond Sun, 15 Oct 2023 23:24:33 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66611 Min Woo Lee at the SJM Macao open Lee – ranked no. 46 in the world – achieved a two-shot, wire-to-wire win over Thailand’s Poom Saksansin on Sunday.

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The first round of the World Cup qualifiers has ended bitterly for Macao https://macaonews.org/life/macao-myanmar-football-2026-fifa-world-cup-qualifiers/ https://macaonews.org/life/macao-myanmar-football-2026-fifa-world-cup-qualifiers/#respond Thu, 12 Oct 2023 23:10:37 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66541 Macao football team faced Myanmar football federation in the first round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers Myanmar pummelled Macao 5-1 in the first round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers; the teams face each other again next Tuesday.

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10 questions for Macao men’s football coach Lázaro Oliveira https://macaonews.org/life/macao-mens-football-coach-lazaro-oliveira/ https://macaonews.org/life/macao-mens-football-coach-lazaro-oliveira/#respond Thu, 12 Oct 2023 06:36:41 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66502 Lázaro Oliveira (centre) gives encouragement to Macao players during the squads game against Bhutan Lázaro Oliveira spent his entire career in Portugal before stepping out of his comfort zone in 2019 and taking on a new challenge in Macao.

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All you need to know about the 2023 SJM Macao Open https://macaonews.org/life/2023-sjm-macao-open-macau/ https://macaonews.org/life/2023-sjm-macao-open-macau/#respond Wed, 11 Oct 2023 00:34:43 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66469 India’s Gagnjeet Bhullar is the defending champion of the 2017 Macao Open will play at the Gold medalist Taichi Kho at the Asian Games in Hangzhou will take part in the 2023 SJM Macao Open Golf fans are in for a treat at the 2023 SJM Macao Open – returning for the first time since 2017, with plenty of star names on the roster.

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The Macao men’s karate team won a silver medal on the final day of the Asian Games https://macaonews.org/life/macao-mens-karate-team-asian-games-hangzhou-macau/ https://macaonews.org/life/macao-mens-karate-team-asian-games-hangzhou-macau/#respond Mon, 09 Oct 2023 23:12:15 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66433 Macao men’s karate team won a silver medal at the Asian Games The trio faced Japan in the finals and brought the SAR’s total medal haul to six, exceeding the tally from the last Asian Games, which were held in 2018.

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Tickets for the Macau Grand Prix go on sale on Monday https://macaonews.org/life/macau-70th-grand-prix-buy-tickets-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-70th-grand-prix-buy-tickets-macao/#respond Fri, 06 Oct 2023 07:27:45 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66376 70th Macau Grand Prix tickets Prices range from 100 to 1,000 patacas, depending on the day and the spectator stand, with a limited number of discounted tickets available for students.

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Karate athlete bags Macao’s fifth medal at the Asian Games https://macaonews.org/life/macao-kuok-kin-hang-karate-asian-games-hangzhou-macau/ https://macaonews.org/life/macao-kuok-kin-hang-karate-asian-games-hangzhou-macau/#respond Thu, 05 Oct 2023 23:00:16 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66361 Kuok Kin Hang at the Asian Games Kuok Kin Hang scored the SAR’s second silver at the Asian Games on Thursday, adding to a medal haul that includes a gold and two bronzes.

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Macao has picked up a silver medal at the Asian Games https://macaonews.org/life/macao-asian-games-results-medals-cai-feilong-sanda-macau/ https://macaonews.org/life/macao-asian-games-results-medals-cai-feilong-sanda-macau/#respond Thu, 28 Sep 2023 23:30:49 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66255 Cai Feilong at the 19th Asian Games Cai Feilong came second in the men’s 75 kilogram sanda finals in Hangzhou, bringing Macao’s total medal tally to four.

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Macao has won its third medal for wushu at the 19th Asian Games https://macaonews.org/life/macao-asian-games-results-medals-huang-junhua-wushu-macau/ https://macaonews.org/life/macao-asian-games-results-medals-huang-junhua-wushu-macau/#respond Tue, 26 Sep 2023 23:33:20 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66182 Huang Junhua - 19th Asian Games Huang Junhua, who won gold at the 2018 Games in Jakarta, picks up a bronze medal this time, adding to medals won by fellow wushu athletes Li Yi and Song Chi Kua.

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Karen Khachanov triumphs at the ATP Zhuhai tennis championships https://macaonews.org/life/atp-zhuhai-tennis-championships-winner-karen-khachanov/ https://macaonews.org/life/atp-zhuhai-tennis-championships-winner-karen-khachanov/#respond Tue, 26 Sep 2023 23:00:32 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66186 Karen Khachanov - ATP 2023 Zhuhai Championships The Russian player’s win marked his comeback from a back injury – and Zhuhai’s return to international tennis.

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Here’s where to learn to swim in Macao https://macaonews.org/life/learn-to-swim-in-macau-macao-swimming/ https://macaonews.org/life/learn-to-swim-in-macau-macao-swimming/#respond Tue, 26 Sep 2023 04:48:49 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66136 Swim in Macao - Swimming classes Are you an adult non-swimmer or have a kid that you want to get started in the pool? Check out these courses.

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Macao’s Li Yi wins gold at the Asian Games https://macaonews.org/life/macao-asian-games-results-medals-li-yi-macau/ https://macaonews.org/life/macao-asian-games-results-medals-li-yi-macau/#respond Mon, 25 Sep 2023 04:29:34 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66106 Macao Li Yi Asian Games The 31-year-old wushu star – one of more than 180 athletes representing Macao at the Games – narrowly beat her Hong Kong rival in the women’s changquan competition.

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Macao bags its first medal at the 19th Asian Games https://macaonews.org/life/macao-asian-games-results-medals-song-chi-kuan-macau/ https://macaonews.org/life/macao-asian-games-results-medals-song-chi-kuan-macau/#respond Sun, 24 Sep 2023 23:00:29 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66097 Asian Games_Song Chi Kuan Wushu athlete Song Chi Kuan – one of more than 180 athletes representing Macao at the Games – said he felt ‘fantastic’ after coming third in his event.

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AFC Cup 2023-24: MUST CPK lose to Taichung Futuro FC https://macaonews.org/life/afc-cup-2023-2024-must-cpk-taichung-futuro-fc-macau-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/afc-cup-2023-2024-must-cpk-taichung-futuro-fc-macau-macao/#respond Thu, 21 Sep 2023 23:27:07 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66055 MUST CPK Taichung Futuro FC_CPK’s new Uzbek signing Saidzhamol Davlatzhonov An early own goal proved a costly mistake for the home side, which otherwise looked like the stronger team throughout the match.

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Svrcina and Harris in good form as the Zhuhai Championships get underway https://macaonews.org/life/atp-zhuhai-championships-day-1/ https://macaonews.org/life/atp-zhuhai-championships-day-1/#respond Wed, 20 Sep 2023 23:45:25 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=66032 Zhuhai Championships Lloyd Harris The championships, an ATP 250 event, are being held at the Hengqin International Tennis Centre and mark the return of international tennis to China.

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The MJC has been told to ‘diligently’ meet its obligations https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-mjc-horse-racing/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-mjc-horse-racing/#respond Thu, 14 Sep 2023 23:40:54 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=65909 Macau Jockey Club (MJC) With a new racing season announced, horse racing in Macao lives on for now but its troubles are far from over.

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Details of Macao’s 42nd annual marathon have been announced https://macaonews.org/life/42nd-macao-international-marathon-2023-macau/ https://macaonews.org/life/42nd-macao-international-marathon-2023-macau/#respond Wed, 13 Sep 2023 23:19:52 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=65887 42nd Macao International Marathon Registration opens this weekend for the event, which will include the Cotai Strip on its route for the first time.

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Macao suffer a 4-0 thrashing in an away game against Cambodia https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-soccer-football-cambodia/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-soccer-football-cambodia/#respond Tue, 12 Sep 2023 02:00:37 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=65836 Macao Cambodia The SAR squad struggled to find a goal yet again and was outclassed by an aggressive Cambodian side.

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The 2023-24 horse racing season has been given the green light https://macaonews.org/life/macau-jockey-club-2023-2024-season-calendar-schedule-macao-mjc/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-jockey-club-2023-2024-season-calendar-schedule-macao-mjc/#respond Sun, 10 Sep 2023 23:15:34 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=65730 Horse racing at the Macau Jockey Club The Macau Jockey Club has ended speculation about its immediate future by releasing a calendar of meetings for the year ahead.

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Macao goes down to Bhutan in a third straight international defeat https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-football-soccer-bhutan/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-football-soccer-bhutan/#respond Wed, 06 Sep 2023 23:42:00 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=65665 Macao vs Bhutan football friendly The home side looked more dangerous at times but ultimately failed to match Bhutan’s superior physicality and struggled to find form.

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Hold your horses: What’s next for the Macau Jockey Club https://macaonews.org/life/macau-jockey-club-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-jockey-club-macao/#respond Wed, 06 Sep 2023 10:28:20 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=65634 Macau Jockey Club Speculation over the future of the Macau Jockey Club is rife. Photographer Eduardo Leal went to the final day of racing season at an establishment that has seen better days.

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Macao is sending 180 athletes to this year’s Asian Games https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-asian-games-2023-hangzhou/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-asian-games-2023-hangzhou/#respond Tue, 05 Sep 2023 22:45:53 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=65613 Macao Asian Games The SAR’s hopes lie with local wushu champion Huang Junhua, who won gold at the last Asian Games.

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With the countdown on for the Macau Grand Prix, here’s everything you need to know about the Guia Circuit https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-grand-prix-guia-circuit/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-grand-prix-guia-circuit/#respond Mon, 04 Sep 2023 05:10:11 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=65452 Macao Guia Circuit_Macau Grand Prix The 70th edition of the Macau Grand Prix takes place in November, with competitors tearing around a circuit that’s been described as ‘Monaco on steroids.’

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Macao is scheduled to host its first Formula 4 South East Asia race https://macaonews.org/life/macao-macau-formula-4-south-east-asia-sea-race/ https://macaonews.org/life/macao-macau-formula-4-south-east-asia-sea-race/#respond Thu, 31 Aug 2023 23:30:50 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=65462 Formula 4 South East Asia The Formula 4 Southeast Asian series uses different cars than the Chinese series, potentially thwarting local racers’ chances of competing.

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Macao point guard Marco Lam shares his favourite local basketball courts https://macaonews.org/life/basketball-courts-in-macau-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/basketball-courts-in-macau-macao/#respond Tue, 29 Aug 2023 23:44:31 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=65367 Basketball courts Lam Teng Long The compact dimensions of a basketball court makes the sport well suited to densely packed Macao, where there are some great spots to choose from, many of them free.

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Macao’s beleaguered jockey club awaits approval for next season’s racing schedule https://macaonews.org/life/macau-jockey-club-macao-horse-racing-2023-2024-season/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-jockey-club-macao-horse-racing-2023-2024-season/#respond Sun, 27 Aug 2023 23:25:47 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=65320 Macau Jockey Club The submission of a plan for forthcoming race meetings comes amid swirling rumours that local authorities will rescind the MJC’s licence.

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A 2-1 loss sees Macao’s Monte Carlo exit the AFC Cup play-offs https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-football-soccer-afc-cup-monte-carlo-taichung-futuro/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-football-soccer-afc-cup-monte-carlo-taichung-futuro/#respond Wed, 23 Aug 2023 23:00:39 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=65244 AFC Cup Monte Carlo The home side’s yellow wall was a reasonable match for Taipei’s Taichung Futuro FC, but Monte Carlo struggled to find a win after conceding two early goals.

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Are we witnessing the end of horse racing in Macao? https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-jockey-club-horse-racing/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-jockey-club-horse-racing/#respond Tue, 22 Aug 2023 07:26:21 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=65197 Horse racing in Macao In its heyday, the Macau Jockey Club boasted more horses and more races than Hong Kong, but the past 20 years have seen a precipitous decline.

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‘I’d like to show the world that there is a Macao athlete called Angela Wong’ https://macaonews.org/life/wong-sam-in-angela-wushu-fisu-macao-macau/ https://macaonews.org/life/wong-sam-in-angela-wushu-fisu-macao-macau/#respond Wed, 09 Aug 2023 13:25:12 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=64919 Wong posing with her bronze medal in the women’s ‘nanquan’ category at the 2023 FISU World University Games in Chengdu Angela Wong came back from a major injury to win the SAR’s only gold at the World University Games. She tells Macao News what that was like.

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We won gold at the World University Games https://macaonews.org/life/world-university-games-chengdu-sports-macao-macau/ https://macaonews.org/life/world-university-games-chengdu-sports-macao-macau/#respond Mon, 31 Jul 2023 00:17:52 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=64716 World University Games_Wong Sam In The territory now has an impressive haul of six medals – all in various martial arts events. We can thank multi-discipline martial artist Wong Sam In for two of them.

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Boxing legends Pacquiao and Banchamek will fight in Macao https://macaonews.org/life/boxing-legends-pacquiao-and-banchamek-will-fight-in-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/boxing-legends-pacquiao-and-banchamek-will-fight-in-macao/#respond Mon, 24 Jul 2023 23:15:35 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=64603 Manny Pacquiao A much anticipated showdown between two of the sport’s greatest fighters is scheduled for early next year, at a yet-to-be confirmed venue in the city. The winner will take home the ‘WBC Legend Belt’.

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More big names have signed up for the MGM Macau Tennis Masters https://macaonews.org/life/mgm-macau-tennis-masters-macao-2/ https://macaonews.org/life/mgm-macau-tennis-masters-macao-2/#respond Thu, 20 Jul 2023 05:50:15 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=64507 Wu Yibing MGM Macau Tennis Masters The invitational event takes place in early December at the Macao East Asian Games Dome, featuring some of the world’s top tennis stars.

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11 races, 260 million patacas and 6 days of adrenaline https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-macao/#respond Wed, 19 Jul 2023 23:22:39 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=64495 Macau Grand Prix Macao’s top sports official outlines the scope of this year’s Macau Grand Prix, which will be the 70th iteration of the world famous motorsport event.

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Get set for the FIBA 3×3 World Tour Macau Masters https://macaonews.org/life/macao-fiba-3x3-world-tour-macau-masters-basketball/ https://macaonews.org/life/macao-fiba-3x3-world-tour-macau-masters-basketball/#respond Thu, 06 Jul 2023 22:45:24 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=64234 FIBA 3x3 Basketball’s fast flowing 3 x 3 format has been growing in popularity and this weekend’s clash will see some of the world’s top teams compete for the winning crown.

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Football camps for your kids this summer in Macao https://macaonews.org/life/macao-macau-football-camps-summer-benfica-ivo-cpk/ https://macaonews.org/life/macao-macau-football-camps-summer-benfica-ivo-cpk/#respond Mon, 03 Jul 2023 13:34:09 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=64103 Ivo10 Brazil Football Academy - Football summer camp Macao Kids can learn all about the technical and physical side of football, but what’s more important at these football camps are the skills they’ll acquire off the pitch.

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Some of the world’s top tennis players are coming to Macao https://macaonews.org/life/mgm-macau-tennis-masters-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/mgm-macau-tennis-masters-macao/#respond Thu, 29 Jun 2023 04:07:09 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=64046 Belinda Bencic Tennis Macao Belinda Bencic, Taylor Fritz and Frances Tiafoe are just some of the names appearing in the first MGM Macau Tennis Masters this December.

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Snooker icon Ronnie O’Sullivan will feature at the 2023 Macau Snooker Masters https://macaonews.org/life/2023-macau-snooker-masters-macao/ https://macaonews.org/life/2023-macau-snooker-masters-macao/#respond Thu, 29 Jun 2023 00:00:13 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=64039 Ronnie O’Sullivan_2023 Macau Snooker Masters The five-day event brings together some of the world’s top players to compete for prize money in excess of 1.5 million patacas.

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Nine questions for Macao’s top centre forward Leong Ka Hang https://macaonews.org/life/leong-ka-hang-football-macao-macau/ https://macaonews.org/life/leong-ka-hang-football-macao-macau/#respond Tue, 27 Jun 2023 09:40:05 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=63996 Leong Ka Hang Leong Ka Hang is one of the few local footballers to make it in the Hong Kong league. He talks to Macao News about how the game differs on the other side of the estuary.

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David Beckham talks food, football and his new namesake suites in Macao https://macaonews.org/life/david-beckham-the-londoner-macao-macau/ https://macaonews.org/life/david-beckham-the-londoner-macao-macau/#respond Mon, 26 Jun 2023 16:31:46 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=63860 David Beckham Macao While in town for The Londoner Macao’s grand celebration in May, the iconic footballer spoke with Macao News about everything from his favourite Macao memories to his football hero, working with Sands China, and the one thing he always needs more of.

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Nanhai rowers clinch double honours at the Dragon Boat Races https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-dragon-boat-races-2023-winners-nanhai/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-dragon-boat-races-2023-winners-nanhai/#respond Thu, 22 Jun 2023 23:49:34 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=63830 Nanhai Dragon Boat Races The determined team from Jiujiang take top slots in both categories of the international tournament, held at the Nam Van Lake Nautical Centre.

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The Macao men’s football team goes down 0-2 to Myanmar https://macaonews.org/life/macao-macau-football-soccer-myanmar/ https://macaonews.org/life/macao-macau-football-soccer-myanmar/#respond Tue, 20 Jun 2023 08:46:33 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=63804 Macao Myanmar football Outgunned at every turn by a physically superior Myanmar side, the SAR squad struggled to find form in its second international match of the year.

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Wet weather fails to dampen spirits at the dragon boat races https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-international-dragon-boat-races/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-international-dragon-boat-races/#respond Sun, 18 Jun 2023 23:30:33 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=63731 Macao International Dragon Boat Races Small boat and local competitions took place on Saturday and Sunday, with international races reserved for the upcoming public holiday on Thursday.

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Mainland China’s top artistic swimmers to compete in Macao https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-artistic-swimming-competition/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-artistic-swimming-competition/#respond Fri, 16 Jun 2023 01:10:43 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=63684 Artistic swimming competition The MGM Artistic Swimming Elite Extravaganza and Macao Open Artistic Swimming Competition comes to Taipa next weekend.

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International teams make their return to the Dragon Boat Races https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-international-dragon-boat-races-2023/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-international-dragon-boat-races-2023/#respond Thu, 15 Jun 2023 01:03:52 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=63648 2023 SJM Macao International Dragon Boat Races Teams from Australia, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand will be among those competing at the forthcoming event.

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Sports funding is being handled in an unscientific and unreasonable manner, auditors say https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-sports-funding/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-macao-sports-funding/#respond Mon, 12 Jun 2023 04:20:08 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=63570 Sports Fund Macao The Commission of Audit says it has found shortcomings in the way grants were made by the Sports Fund between the years 2018 and 2021.

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What’s next for football in Macao? https://macaonews.org/life/football-in-macao-macau-visby-lei/ https://macaonews.org/life/football-in-macao-macau-visby-lei/#respond Tue, 06 Jun 2023 06:45:54 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=63387 Football in Macao Borders are open once again, FIFA funding has been renewed, and the Macau Football Association has much to do if the SAR is to lift its lowly global ranking.

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The FIA confirms the return of Formula 3 and Grand Touring racing to Macao https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-f3-gt-macao-fia/ https://macaonews.org/life/macau-grand-prix-f3-gt-macao-fia/#respond Tue, 06 Jun 2023 00:30:04 +0000 https://macaonews.org/?post_type=artsculture&p=63414 Formula 3 Macau Grand Prix The Grand Prix’s signature races, suspended since 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, make their triumphant return to the Guia Circuit.

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