The 2013 “Macao Sports” Photography Competition organized by the Macao Sport Development Board and co-organized by the Photographic Society of Macao took place from December 23, 2013 to January 9, 2014. It provided a platform for citizens to enjoy the fun of sports through various means and allowed the general public to understand more about sports. Moreover, the event promoted development of sports. Through photographers’ camera lens, the competition captured the coolest and most touching moments embodying the perfect combination of power and beauty. These pictures recorded every healthy, joyful and exciting moment of sporting and interpreted the lively sports culture.

The contest featured two themes, namely “Heroes and Competitions” and “Fitness Smile” covering competitive sports and sports for all activities held in Macao in 2013 respectively. The organizer received a total of 689 photos submitted for the event.

The award ceremony and opening ceremony of the 2013 “Macao Sports” Photography Competition were held at the exhibition hall of the Tap Seac Multi-Sport Pavilion on February 27 and works were displayed until March 23.

The winners are as follows:

Fitness Smile

First Prize Winner:Maria Ferreira Sin

Third Prize Winner:Au Ieong Kin Iok

Second Prize Winner:Kuok Kim Va

Distinction Award Winners:

Tang Chan Seng, Kuok Kim Va, Wan Wai Sai, Vong Hoi Veng, Leong Im Seong, Tang Kai Lun and Chin Koung Heng

Competition Heros

First Prize Winner: Pun Tak Cheong

Second Prize Winner: Kuok Kim Va

Third Prize Winner: Tang Chan Seng

Distinction Award Winners:

Kuok Kim Va, Pun Tak Cheong, Tang Kai Lun, Ip Chi Wai, Ching Chun Keung, Cheong Chan Hong and Tang Chan Seng