“2018 Macao Elderly Sports Day”, co-organized by the Sports Bureau and the Macao Elderly Sports General Association, and undertaken by the Macao General Union of Neighborhood Associations, the Federation of Macao Workers' Associations, the Macao Women's General Association and the IPM Seniors Academy, took place at Tap Seac Multisport Pavilion on September 9, attracting around 2000 participants. President of the Sports Bureau Pun Weng Kun stated that the public has been widely interested in the Macao Elderly Sports Day. Therefore, the Sports Bureau hoped that the general public could enjoy themselves together in sports, by means of holding activities suitable for different age groups.
Among“2018 Macao Elderly Sports Day”activities, 8 sports and recreational activities and a physical test stalls were established. The host organizations hope that through this sports day, the elderly are encouraged to participate in various types of sports and recreational activities and explore their interest in sports with support provided. It is also hoped that the physical tests for the elderly could help them learn about their physical condition and help them develop a healthy outlook on sports.
On the day of the event, there were also additional various sports performances to enrich the atmosphere. Lucky draws were also held for the elderly, so that they could experience a Sunday joyfully with their family.