UFC Signs Four-Year Multi-Event Deal with Galaxy Macau

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and Galaxy Macau have entered a four-year strategic partnership to host three UFC Fight Night events annually in Macau from 2026 through 2029 at the Galaxy Arena, Macau's largest indoor venue. This deal follows the success of the 2024 UFC Fight Night: Yan vs. Figueiredo event, which drew a sold-out crowd of 12,000 and underscored the sport's growing popularity in China and the Asia-Pacific region. The partnership also includes hosting the opening round of the 'Road to UFC' tournament in 2026, a competition designed to develop elite emerging fighters from Asia-Pacific, providing them with a pathway to earn UFC contracts. UFC President Dana White praised the partnership, highlighting the vibrant culture and athletes in China and emphasizing the importance of this move for both fight fans and the sport's expansion. Galaxy Entertainment's COO Kevin Kelley emphasized the alignment of the partnership with Macau's vision to integrate tourism and sports, enhancing the city's status as a hub for international sporting events. The multi-event arrangement will feature festival-like fight weeks with fan engagements, aiming to further cultivate the MMA fanbase in the region.