Runners participate in the 2025 Sands China Macao International 10K on March 16, totalling nearly 10,000 athletes from 40 countries and regions. This year’s 10K was an official activity of the “Culture City of East Asia 2025 – Macao, China” programme of events.
On March 16, the 2025 Sands China Macao International 10K drew nearly 10,000 athletes from 40 countries and regions to Macau.
Participants took part in either the competitive 10K race or a Fun Run, highlighting the city’s rising status as a hub for sports tourism.
Organized by the Macao SAR Government, Sands China Ltd., and the General Association of Athletics of Macau, the event is a key part of the “Culture City of East Asia 2025 – Macao, China” programme.
The route took the runners across the Sai Van Bridge and, for the first time, the Cotai Strip, promoting the development of Macau's sports tourism brand.
The route took the runners across the Sai Van Bridge and, for the first time, the Cotai Strip, promoting the development of Macau's sports tourism brand.
The route took the runners across the Sai Van Bridge and, for the first time, the Cotai Strip, promoting the development of Macau's sports tourism brand.
The race route started at Sai Van Lake Square and culminated at the Olympics Sports Centre – Stadium.
Runners enjoyed a scenic course that traversed Macao’s picturesque coastline, crossed the iconic Sai Van Bridge, and, for the first time, ventured onto the Cotai Strip — an enhancement that reinforces Macau’s appeal as a premier sports destination.
Notably, the event witnessed record-breaking performances; Kenyan athletes Vincent Kibet Langat and Betty Sigei clinched the overall titles in the men’s and women’s races, while local star Wang Kun set a new Macau record in his category.
Runners show off their creative costumes with the theme “Ocean Run” on March 16 for the Sands 10K Presents: The Funniest Costume Award.
Runners show off their creative costumes with the theme “Ocean Run” on March 16 for the Sands 10K Presents: The Funniest Costume Award.
Runners show off their creative costumes with the theme “Ocean Run” on March 16 for the Sands 10K Presents: The Funniest Costume Award.
Runners show off their creative costumes with the theme “Ocean Run” on March 16 for the Sands 10K Presents: The Funniest Costume Award.
Beyond the competitive races, the event featured engaging community activities. The Sands 10K Presents: The FUNkiest Costume Award encouraged participants to embrace the ‘Ocean Run’ theme, raising awareness about marine conservation through creative costumes.
Additionally, Sands China organized a group run for 550 participants — including team members and representatives from local NGOs such as Macau Special Olympics and Richmond Fellowship of Macau — to promote the inclusive idea that “sports know no boundaries.”
Pre-race training sessions and warm-up events led by Sands Cares Ambassadors further prepared these groups for the challenge, reinforcing community involvement and healthy living.
Sands China organized the participation of a group of 550 people in the race, including members of the Sands China team and members of four local social service institutions, promoting the inclusive concept of “sport knows no borders”.
Xu Zhonghuang (pictured right, third from right), a member of the Sands China team, performed exceptionally well, taking fifth place overall in the women's 10km race and second place in her group.
Sands Cares ambassadors organized warm-up sessions on March 1 for members of the Richmond Fellowship of Macau and on March 8 for the Macau Special Olympics, with one session taking place in the outdoor lagoon of The Venetian Macao, helping them prepare for race day.
Sands Cares ambassadors organized warm-up sessions on March 1 for members of the Richmond Fellowship of Macau and on March 8 for the Macau Special Olympics, with one session taking place in the outdoor lagoon of The Venetian Macao, helping them prepare for race day.
The event also provided food and beverage discounts for participants to enjoy at select businesses on Rua das Estalagens, supporting local SMEs and community revitalisation while strengthening Macau’s local economy.
This year’s 10K adds to Sands China’s longstanding commitment to sports events that contribute to transforming Macau into a “City of Sports.”
The company’s diverse portfolio of international sporting events, from badminton to exhibition basketball matches, continues to attract global athletes and spectators — fostering international exchange and boosting Macau tourism.
