MACAU SAR -
Media OutReach Newswire - 15 August 2024 - Galaxy Macau is pleased to announce the signing of an agreement with UFC®, the world's premier Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) organization. Together, they will host the
UFC® Fight Night Macau on November 23, 2024 at the Galaxy Arena, Macau's new cultural and entertainment landmark. This top-tier global MMA event marks UFC's return to Macau after a decade, making it a major sporting highlight for Macau and Greater China this year.
The event partnership signing ceremony is attended by Kevin Kelley, Chief Operating Officer–Macau of Galaxy Entertainment Group(second from right); Kevin Chang, UFC Senior Vice President and Head of Asia(second from left); Leanne Chu, Vice President of UFC Business Operations(first from left) and Jeffrey Jiang, Senior Vice President, Entertainment Services, Galaxy Entertainment Group(first from right).
Kevin Kelley, Chief Operating Officer–Macau of Galaxy Entertainment Group and Kevin Chang, UFC Senior Vice President and Head of Asia met at the Galaxy International Convention Center to formally sign the event agreement and announce the date and location of
UFC® FIGHT NIGHT MACAU. Under the theme of "Tourism + Sports," this collaboration aims to enhance Macau's reputation as a "City of Sports", attracting sports enthusiasts from around the world to this ideal travel destination.
UFC® Fight Night Macau will take place on November 23, 2024 at the Galaxy Arena, Macau’s new cultural and entertainment landmark.
Kevin Kelley welcomed UFC event back to Macau after 10 years, highlighting it as prestigious addition to Galaxy Macau's growing portfolio of international sports events which includes the ITTF Men's and Women's World Cup Macao 2024 and The Women's Volleyball Nations League 2024 Macao. The state-of-the-art equipment and amenities of the Galaxy Arena, combined with Galaxy Macau's "World Class, Asian Heart" service philosophy, promise to elevate the event's thrilling experience and further boost Macau's sports development.
Galaxy Macau has actively supported, participated in, and organized various world’s top sports events and activities in line with the Macao SAR Government’s development strategy. Galaxy Arena is the most favored arena in Macau because of its state-of-the-art equipment and amenities.
Since entering Asia in 2010, Macau has been a stronghold for UFC. The city hosted three Fight Nights in 2012 and 2014. This upcoming event marks UFC's return to Greater China after four years. Kevin Chang expressed his excitement, stating, "We are ecstatic to be back at this incredible destination city. Our last UFC event here was a decade ago in 2014, and since then, our brand has grown by leaps and bounds. We are proud to partner with Galaxy Macau and can't wait to put on an electrifying show at the state-of-the-art Galaxy Arena to the delight of fans across the region." Galaxy Macau has actively supported, participated in, and organized various sports events and activities in line with the Macao SAR Government's development strategy. With the Greater Bay Area co-hosting the 2025 National Games, this collaboration between Galaxy Arena and UFC is of great significance. Galaxy Macau aims to showcase Macau's unique geographical location, rich tourism resources, and strong sports enthusiasm to visiting spectators, continuously promoting the integrated development of sports and tourism in Macau. More information on
UFC® FIGHT NIGHT MACAU will be announced in the coming weeks. UFC fans can stay updated by visiting the official websites of
www.galaxymacau.com and
ufc.com/macau. Hashtag: #GalaxyMacau
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About Galaxy Macau Integrated Resort
Galaxy Macau™, The World-class Luxury Integrated Resort delivers the "Most Spectacular Entertainment and Leisure Destination in the World". Developed at an investment of HK$43 billion, the property covers 1.1 million-square-meter of unique entertainment and leisure attractions that are unlike anything else in Macau. Eight award-winning world-class luxury hotels provide close to 5,000 rooms, suites and villas. They include Banyan Tree Macau, Galaxy Hotel™, Hotel Okura Macau, JW Marriott Hotel Macau, The Ritz-Carlton, Macau, Broadway Hotel, Raffles at Galaxy Macau, Andaz Macau. Unique to Galaxy Macau, the 75,000-square-meter Grand Resort Deck features the world's longest Skytop Adventure Rapids at 575-meters, the largest Skytop Wave Pool with waves up to 1.5-meters high and 150-meters pristine white sand beach. Two five-star spas from Banyan Tree Spa Macau and The Ritz- Carlton Spa, Macau help guests relax and rejuvenate. As the dining destination in Asia, Galaxy Macau offers a wide variety of gastronomic delights, exquisite experiences and ingredients of the finest quality with over 120 dining options from Michelin dining to authentic delicacies. Embark on a delightful and...
