Organized by the Sports Bureau of Macao SAR Government and the General Association of Athletics of Macau, and title-sponsored by Sands China Ltd., the 2021 Sands China Macao International 10K kicks off on 11 April (Sunday), and the Organizing Committee held a pre-event press conference today (8 April) to introduce the competition details and relevant information.

During his speech, President of the Sports Bureau, Mr. Pun Weng Kun expressed that the race has received enthusiastic support from running enthusiasts in Macao and the Mainland, and hopes the race can increase Macao residents’ interest in long-distance running and attract more people to enjoy this type of exercise to strengthen both the body and mind. Moreover, he also hopes that all participants have fun and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the coast during the race, and appreciate Macao as a safe and tourist-friendly city.

Participants must pay attention to the entrance and storage times

The starting shot for the 2021 Sands China Macao International 10K Fun Run will sound at 7 a.m., and the 10K race at 7:30 a.m. from the starting line at Sai Van Lake Square. The Fun Run route will cross over the Sai Van Bridge and the finishing line will be in the Olympic Sports Centre Stadium. The 10K race route will run through the Avenida Dr. Sun Yat-Sen, pass the Kun Iam Ecumenical Center, and cross the Sai Van Bridge to reach the finishing line in the Olympic Sports Centre Stadium.

To ensure the race proceeds in an orderly manner, the Organizing Committee has limited the closing time of the start area. Participants who are unable to enter the start area in time will be unable to join the competition. Time limit applies to both the 10K and the Fun Run; participants who are unable to complete the race within the time limit must leave the race course in accordance with the arrangements specified by the Organizing Committee.

In regards to the arrangements for storing personal belongings, participants can go to the storage area at Sai Van Lake Square between 5:30 a.m. and 6:45 a.m. to deposit their belongings, and collect them again by presenting their bib at the ground area of the Olympics Sports Centre - Aquatic Centre between 8:00 and 11:00 a.m. The Organizing Committee reminds participants to go to the storage area as early as possible to avoid late entry to the start area. 

Participants must comply with anti-epidemic measures and the Organizers’ arrangements

To ensure safe racing conditions for the participants, the Organizing Committee will follow the anti-epidemic guidelines issued by the Health Bureau and adopt the necessary preventive measures, including requesting participants to show a valid negative COVID-19 test result, and upon entering the venue all participants should not only wear the bib, but must also wear an anti-epidemic identification wristband and a face mask; spectators and staff are required to present a valid “Macao Health Code” and wear a face mask at all times.

Participants can book an appointment for a COVID-19 test at https://app.ssm.gov.mo/sandsmacao10krnabook, and bring the identity document used to register for the competition to the testing site at the appointed time.  No testing fee is required.  Non-Macao residents who registered with a document other than their passport should also bring along their passport or Exit-entry Permit for Travelling to and from Hong Kong and Macao for the test. 

The Organizing Committee also reminds all participants that they must comply with Macao’s Law No. 2/2004 on the Prevention, Control and Treatment of Infectious Diseases, pay attention to and cooperate with the anti-epidemic and entry quarantine measures of the Macao SAR Government.

Traffic control measures will be implemented during the race

To cooperate with the competition arrangements, traffic along the race course will be restricted on 11 April (Sunday) from 3 a.m. and completely cordoned off from 5:30 a.m. During the event, a section of the Sai Van Bridge (from Taipa to Macao) will be used as part of the race course and the public are kindly requested to use the Friendship Bridge when travelling between the Macao Peninsula and Taipa.

To reduce the impact on traffic, the race course will be reopened in sections: the Sai Van Lake Square and Rua da Torre de Macau at 8:30 a.m., Avenida Dr. Sun Yat-Sen and Sai Van Bridge at 9:00 a.m., and Rotunda dos Jogos da Ásia Oriental together with the rest of the race course will be successively open to traffic after the race finishes at 11:00 a.m. The Organizing Committee urges the public to take note of the temporary diversion measures, plan travel routes in advance, pay attention to the diversion signs and follow the instructions of the police officers.

The Organizing Committee reminds participants to prepare well for the competition, including appropriate practice, a balanced diet and enough rest, and to carefully read and fully understand the competition regulations. During the event, participants should monitor their physical condition closely and immediately seek medical attention from the on-site staff if experiencing any physical discomfort. On the day of the event, the Organizing Committee will set up supply stations along the course to provide participants with drinking water and energy-boosting food. In order to ensure the safety of all participants, only drinks and food provided by these supply stations can be consumed during the competition, otherwise the Organizers reserve the right to disqualify participants for failure to comply.

For race regulations and details, please visit the official website at www.macao10k.com, or follow the Macao Major Sporting Events Facebook page or WeChat official account for the latest information.