Underlining Melco Resorts & Entertainment’s commitment to the development of the cultural and sporting industries through presenting world-class events, the Company is co-hosting Macau’s first ever MotoSurf World Championship between November 22 to 24 at the iconic Hac Sa beach in collaboration with Macau MotoSurf Association (MMSA). The prestigious international event is co-presented by Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM) and Wuling Technology Ltd..
A launch ceremony in celebration of the anticipated event was hosted at City of Dreams today. Officiating guests included Ms. Ao Ieong U, Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture; Mr. Wan Sucheng, Director of the Department of Publicity and Culture of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Macau SAR; Ms. Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, Director of Macao Government Tourism Office; Ms. Lei Si Leng, Acting Vice President of the Sports Bureau; Ms. Tong Iok Peng, Deputy Director of the Marine and Water Bureau; Mr. Clarence Chung, Board Director of Melco Resorts & Entertainment; Mr. Martin Jančálek, Director of MotoSurf World Championship; Mr. Frederico Jorge Silva, Commissioner of the UIM; Ms. Irene Nga Ieng Ho, Chairman of Macau Motosurf Association; and Mr. Eurico de Jesus and Mr. Ho Wai Kun, members of the Macau Sports Council.
MotoSurf is one of the fastest growing and safest water sports in the world. The “2024 UIM Macao Grand Prix MotoSurf World Championship Finale” is set to offer an exciting new water racing experience for local audiences in Macau and the Greater Bay Area, with over 120 elite racers from 22 countries and regions, including the Czech Republic, China, Korea and Macau, competing and showcasing incredible speed and skill.
Mr. Clarence Chung, Board Director of Melco, said, “Melco continues to be dedicated to promoting Macau’s cultural and sports industries, hence we are honored to be bringing the esteemed MotoSurf World Championship to the city for the first time. We will continue to support the SAR government’s economic diversification initiatives, including contributing through the launch of world-class sports events to bring into play the cross-border integration linkage effect of ‘Tourism + Sports’, and thereby furthering Macau’s development as a recognized global ‘City of Sports’.”
Ms. Irene Nga Ieng Ho, Chairman of Macau Motosurf Association, said, “As a thrilling and new addition to Macau’s sports calendar, the MotoSurf World Championship Finale highlights the exciting possibilities of motosurfing and Macau’s capability to host premier water sports events. We are proud to bring this dynamic sport to Macau, aiming to boost awareness of our city as a unique destination for water sports on the international stage. Through events like this, we hope to showcase Macau’s vibrant blend of culture, tourism, and high-level sports, strengthening our reputation as a world-class ‘City of Sports.’”
Mr. Martin Jančálek, Director of MotoSurf World Championship, said, “We cannot wait to hit the waters of Macau for the first time in MotoSurf history. It truly feels great that Motosurf will join other major motorsports like the FIA TCR World Tour in the city of James Bond. The UIM Macau GP will also deliver the first ever World Games qualified athlete for MotoSurf which will be an exceptional moment for the whole sport.”
Officially recognized by UIM in 2019, MotoSurf has become a global sensation since its emergence in 2012. UIM, founded in 1922, is the world’s governing body for powerboating activities and is recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). MotoSurf boards are self-powered by compact two-stroke internal combustion engines or electric motors, making them more environmentally friendly and requiring less external equipment compared to traditional surfing.
MotoSurf will represent the UIM for the first time at the 12th edition of The World Games in Chengdu, People’s Republic of China, in August 2025. This marks Powerboating’s debut in The World Games and highlights MotoSurf’s rapid growth since its official integration into the UIM in 2019.
At this qualifying event in Macao, the women’s category champion will be the first official qualifier for the 2025 Chengdu World Games, further boosting MotoSurf’s presence and impact on the international sports stage.
Event Information
- Date: November 22–24, 2024
- Time: 8:00a.m to 5:00p.m. (8:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. on November 24)
- Location: Hac Sa Beach
- Admission: Free
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