Core Points - The 15th National Games and the Special Olympics are set to be the largest in history, with over 36,000 athletes expected to participate, surpassing the scale of the 2024 Paris Olympics [7][13][14] - The event will feature 57 major sports categories and 46 categories for the Special Olympics, making it the largest edition of these games to date [16][17] - The games will be held from November 9 to November 21, 2025, with a total of 13 days of competition [24] Group 1: Event Scale and Participation - The event will involve 36,000 athletes, 45,000 volunteers, and 4,000 journalists, marking a significant increase in participation [13][14] - The games will be co-hosted by 19 cities, showcasing a collaborative effort across the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area [8][7] - The competition will include 57 major events and 419 sub-events, with Guangdong hosting the majority of the competitions [20][21] Group 2: Venue and Infrastructure - Over 90% of the venues used will be existing facilities, reflecting a trend towards sustainable and cost-effective event management [30][31] - The venues include 105 facilities across the three regions, with innovative designs and technologies being implemented for enhanced spectator experience [32][44] - The Guangdong Olympic Sports Center will host the opening ceremony, featuring modern design elements and sustainability initiatives [34][38] Group 3: Community Engagement and Accessibility - The event aims to integrate community activities, with local cultural events linked to sports competitions to enhance public participation [46][50] - Accessibility measures for the Special Olympics include emergency repair stations for assistive devices and real-time sign language interpretation for media broadcasts [52][54] - The initiative also includes a focus on post-event support for disabled individuals, with plans for a comprehensive service network [56][58]