As 2025 draws to a close, the Chinese mainland's sports scene has delivered a series of unforgettable moments, from record-breaking national events to historic world titles. Here's a look at the top ten highlights that captured headlines and hearts across the Chinese mainland.
- 15th National Games (Nov 9–21): Staged across multiple provinces on the Chinese mainland, this major multi-sport event showcased rising stars and Olympic hopefuls.
- 9th Asian Winter Games (Feb): Harbin lit up with winter sports fever as athletes from Asia competed in skating, skiing and more.
- 12th World Games (Aug): Chengdu hosted the global stage for non-Olympic sports, drawing enthusiasts and boosting local tourism.
- Jiangsu Football City League: This grassroots league went viral, engaging thousands of fans and highlighting the Chinese mainland's growing football culture.
- Industry Guidelines Issued: The Chinese mainland issued guidelines to promote high-quality development of sports industries, opening doors for startups and investors.
- NBA Draft Breakthrough: Yang Hansen became the third player from the Chinese mainland selected in the first round of the NBA Draft.
- Chess Grand Slam: Ju Wenjun clinched a historic grand slam, reinforcing her status among the world's elite chess players.
- Snooker World Title: Zhao Xintong made history as Asia's first snooker world champion.
- Sudirman Cup Triumph: The Chinese mainland extended its dominance with a record 14th Sudirman Cup title.
- ITTF Rankings Shakeup: Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng announced their withdrawal from ITTF world rankings, sparking debate in the table tennis community.
These milestones reflect a year of strategic growth, talent development and global ambition on the Chinese mainland. As fans and athletes look ahead to 2026, the stage is set for even more breakthroughs in sports, tech and culture.
Whether you're a young global citizen, a tech entrepreneur or a digital nomad seeking inspiration, these stories offer a glimpse into how sports can unite communities and drive innovation across borders.
Reference(s):
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