The 2025 National Paralympic Games and National Special Olympic Games opened on December 8. Special Olympics bocce, weightlifting, roller skating and athletics events have since been staged across Zhongshan, where athletes radiate confidence while confronting challenges. A surge of life-affirming energy — transcending mere competition results — has swept through arenas and beyond, embodying the raw power of human spirit.

Organizers prioritize front-row seating for disabled spectators. (Phtot by Ming Jian).

During the men's 400m final (22-29 age group), Xizang athletes cheer passionately from the sidelines for their teammate. (Photo by Ming Jian).

Volunteers rush to assist runners crossing the finish line. (Photo by Ming Jian).

Men's long jump preliminaries. (Photo by Wen Bo).

Referees maintain attention to fair play during events. (Photo by Wen Bo).

Roller skating competitions start at Torch High-tech Zone. (Photo by Miao Xiaojian).

Guangdong team members compete in bocce matches. (Photo by Wen Bo).

Men's 100-meter preliminaries. (Photo by Wen Bo)