The Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR) hosted a vibrant torch relay for China’s 15th National Games on November 2, 2025, marking a historic moment for the city. The event, filled with festive spirit and pride, saw the flame traverse iconic landmarks across the Macao Peninsula. The relay commenced at the Macao SAR government headquarters, where Chief Executive Sam Hou-fai lit the first torch and passed it to Li Yi, a celebrated athlete who secured a gold medal in women’s changquan at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games. The 2.6-kilometer route included stops at several renowned sites, culminating at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Ruins of St. Paul’s. A total of 50 torchbearers participated, with the final leg carried by Kuok Kin-hang, Macao’s first-ever National Games medalist in men’s karate. Kuok ignited the ceremonial cauldron amidst cheers, describing the experience as a lifelong honor. This year’s relay was particularly significant as it marked the first cross-boundary torch relay in the history of the National Games, simultaneously held in Hong Kong, Macao, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen. The event not only celebrated athletic excellence but also showcased Macao’s cultural heritage and unity with the mainland.