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UFC® FIGHT NIGHT MACAU at Galaxy Macau A Thrilling Night of Fights Set for Galaxy Arena on November 23

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The Press Conference for the Event Was Held This Afternoon at the Galaxy International Convention Center. The Main Event and Co-Main Event Athletes Attended and Spoke to Media.

MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 November 2024 – Galaxy Macau™ is proud to host the return of UFC®, the world’s premier Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) organization, to Macau. UFC® FIGHT NIGHT MACAU: YAN vs. FIGUEIREDO will be held at Macau’s largest indoor arena, Galaxy Arena, and will take place on November 23. This event celebrates UFC’s return to Macau after ten years and to Greater China for the first time in four years.

A press conference for UFC® FIGHT NIGHT MACAU: YAN vs. FIGUEIREDO was held on November 21 afternoon at the Galaxy International Convention Center banquet hall. The main and co-main event athletes Petr Yan (second from the left), Deiveson Figueiredo (second from the right), Yan Xiaonan (first from the left) and Tabatha Ricci (first from the right) were in attendance to speak to media.
A press conference for UFC® FIGHT NIGHT MACAU: YAN vs. FIGUEIREDO was held on November 21 afternoon at the Galaxy International Convention Center banquet hall. The main and co-main event athletes Petr Yan (second from the left), Deiveson Figueiredo (second from the right), Yan Xiaonan (first from the left) and Tabatha Ricci (first from the right) were in attendance to speak to media.

The sold-out event will feature a night of thrilling fights from some of the best MMA athletes in the world and many of China’s most well-known fighters such as UFC #2-ranked strawweight Yan Xiaonan who is in the Co-Main Event. In attendance to support UFC® FIGHT NIGHT MACAU: YAN vs. FIGUEIREDO will be Hong Kong, China renowned producer, director and actor Donnie Yen, the first Chinese star to bring the sport of MMA to the big screen.

A press conference for UFC® FIGHT NIGHT MACAU: YAN vs. FIGUEIREDO was held on November 21 afternoon at the Galaxy International Convention Center banquet hall. In attendance were the Main and Co-Main Event fighters: UFC No. 3 ranked bantamweight Petr Yan, former UFC bantamweight champion, and No. 5 ranked Deiveson Figueiredo, former UFC flyweight champion; and, Yan Xiaonan, former UFC women’s strawweight title challenger, and No. 10 ranked Tabatha Ricci.

In his remarks, Mr. Kevin Kelley, Chief Operating Officer, Macau of Galaxy Entertainment Group, said, “Under the theme of ‘Tourism + Sports’, and in line with the Macao SAR Government’s development strategy, UFC® FIGHT NIGHT MACAU: YAN vs. FIGUEIREDO will enhance Macau’s reputation as a “City of Sports” and further boost Macau’s sporting development. By showcasing Macau’s unique geographical location, rich tourism resources, and commitment to hosting world-class international sports, events such as these continuously promote the integrated development of sports and tourism in Macau, attracting sports enthusiasts from all over the world.”

Mr. Kevin Kelley, Chief Operating Officer, Macau of Galaxy Entertainment Group mentioned that 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.
Mr. Kevin Kelley, Chief Operating Officer, Macau of Galaxy Entertainment Group mentioned that 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.

Mr. Kevin Chang, UFC Senior Vice President, Head of Asia, stated in the press conference, “We are thrilled to return to Greater China this Saturday, November 23rd with an incredible event headlined by two of the world’s best bantamweights, both former Champions: Petr Yan and Deiveson Figueiredo; and featuring China’s first female athlete in the UFC and #2 strawweight contender Yan Xiaonan, facing surging phenom Tabatha Ricci in the co-main event. This is our seventh event in Greater China, and fourth in Macau, a city that has become a hub for top international sporting events. I’d like to extend a special thanks to our host, Galaxy Macau, Asia’s premier, all-inclusive resort destination for making this a reality. Galaxy has been a fantastic partner, going above and beyond to ensure our fans experience the moments they’ve all been waiting for.”

Other bouts on the main card include:

  • China’s fan favorite Song Kenan meets “The King of Kung Fu” Muslim Salikhov in an exciting welterweight bout
  • “The Joker” Wang Cong looks to replicate her debut highlight-reel KO against Gabriella Fernandes at women’s flyweight
  • A thrilling light heavyweight contenders bout sees No. 8 ranked Volkan Oezdemir face off against No. 10 ranked Carlos Ulberg
  • ROAD TO UFC Season 1 signee Zhang Mingyang and UFC newcomer Ozzy Diaz clash at light heavyweight to open the main card with fireworks

UFC® FIGHT NIGHT MACAU: YAN vs. FIGUEIREDO will take place on November 23 in local prime time with the main card starting at 7 p.m. China Standard Time (CST) and the prelims beginning at 4 p.m. CST.

Renowned Hong Kong, China renowned producer, director and actor Donnie Yen will be in attendance to support UFC® FIGHT NIGHT MACAU: YAN vs. FIGUEIREDO on November 23.
Renowned Hong Kong, China renowned producer, director and actor Donnie Yen will be in attendance to support UFC® FIGHT NIGHT MACAU: YAN vs. FIGUEIREDO on November 23.

For more information, please follow the Galaxy Macau WeChat Official Account and visit www.galaxymacau.com, ufc.com/macau.

UFC® Fight Night Macau

Date:

23 November, 2024

Time:

4:00pm (Prelim)
7:00pm (Main card)
Venue:
Galaxy Arena

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 rewarding journey at Galaxy Promenade, the one-stop shopping destination boasting some of the world’s most iconic luxury brands. Be the first to get the latest limited-edition items; explore fascinating pop-ups by coveted labels and revel in fabulous shopping rewards and privileges. Our VIPs are entitled to a highly-curated experience with dedicated personal shoppers at guests’ service, and be invited to exclusive luxury brand events. A different caliber of privileges and rewards also await. Discover the joys of fashion and stand at the forefront of style and sophistication—Galaxy Promenade has everything guests need to stay ahead of the style game.

Galaxy Cinemas, immersive thrills and luxurious comfort go hand in hand at Galaxy Cinemas. All 10 theaters are equipped with the latest audio-visual technology; CHINA ROUGE, one-of-a-kind deluxe lounge that evokes the glitz and glamor of Shanghai’s golden era with entertainment in luxury and style; and Foot Hub presents the traditional art of reflexology to make you feel more relaxed and revitalized. For Authentic Macau Flavours & Vibrant Asian Experiences, Broadway Macau – just a 90-second walk via a bridge from Galaxy Macau, has over 35 Authentic Macau & Asian Flavours at its Broadway Food Street. The 2,500-seat Broadway Theatre plays host to world-class entertainers and a diverse array of cultural events.

Meeting, incentive and banquet groups are also well looked after with a portfolio of unique venues in Galaxy Macau and a professional service staff. Galaxy International Convention Center (GICC) is the latest addition to the Group’s ever-expanding integrated resort precinct and will usher in a new era for the MICE industry in Macau. GICC is a world- class event venue featuring 40,000-square-meter of total flexible MICE, and a 16,000-seat Galaxy Arena – the largest indoor arena in Macau.

For more details, please visit www.galaxymacau.com,www.broadwaymacau.com.mo and www.galaxyicc.com.

About UFC®

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and 283 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 75 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.

For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

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