Nation's sports success showcased
In support of the 2025 National Games, the Science Museum will launch an exhibition presenting the history of the National Games and the competition events to be held in Hong Kong in the 2025 National Games from tomorrow to February 25 next year.
Addressing the opening ceremony today, Deputy Chief Secretary Cheuk Wing-hing said that the 15th National Games, the 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games, cohosted by Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macau for the first time, will be launched in November and December respectively this year.
He highlighted that this is the first time for Hong Kong to be a cohost of a national sports event. Relevant government departments will strive to stage a simple, safe and wonderful games with concerted efforts and active preparation, and encourage the public to join in various ways, and ignite their passion for sports.
Mr Cheuk said that the exhibition aims to showcase the country's remarkable sports achievements, demonstrate how innovative technologies assist athletes to scale new heights, and encourage the public to develop a healthy and active lifestyle. People can better understand the country's remarkable accomplishments in sports development while participating in this major sports event.
It is the second exhibition of the National Development & Achievements Series.
Featuring more than 20 interactive exhibits, visitors can experience the essence and enjoyment of various sports, such as the spin of rugby, the jumps of beach volleyball, the speed of track cycling, the precision of golf, the attacks of fencing and the defence of basketball. Visitors can also take part in the fitness tests to better understand their own physical condition.
The exhibition covers sports psychology, sports medicine, sports nutrition, etc, enabling members of the public to understand the concept of sports comprehensively and learn how to integrate sports into everyday life.
It also presents Hong Kong athletes' medals and equipment, highlighting their relentless efforts and pursuit of excellence in the spirit of sportsmanship.
The museum will invite athletes to share their experiences in their personal journeys, and will organise a series of educational programmes, including talks, workshops and scientific demonstrations.
There will be free Cantonese guided tours of the exhibition every Saturday and Sunday from November 8, 2025 to February 22, 2026.