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Boundless Sports, Countless Wonders. On the evening of August 17, The World Games (TWG) 2025, the 12th edition of the event, successfully concluded in Chengdu.

Wang Xiaohui, Secretary of the CPC Sichuan Provincial Committee and Chairman of the Standing Committee of Sichuan Provincial People's Congress, and Gao Zhidan, President of the Organizing Committee of TWG 2025 Chengdu and Director of the General Administration of Sports of China, attended the closing ceremony. José Perurena, President of the International World Games Association (IWGA), and Shi Xiaolin, President of the Organizing Committee of TWG 2025 Chengdu and Governor of the People's Government of Sichuan Province, delivered speeches.

Chengdu makes dreams come true. This year's TWG marks another large-scale international multi-sport event hosted in China's western region after the Chengdu 2021 FISU World University Games. Over the past 11 days, nearly 4,000 athletes from 116 countries and regions pursued their dreams with passion—exchanging skills, building understanding, and collectively igniting the glorious light of sports that represents self-transcendence, unity, and friendship.

Under the night sky, the International Horticultural Exhibition Park shimmered with lights as crowds gathered before the International Friendship Pavilion, a scene alive with camaraderie and joyful celebrations, yet tinged with the bittersweet warmth of farewell.

The closing ceremony commenced with a big-screen retrospective of the Games' most thrilling moments. To the rhythm of uplifting music, delegation flags entered alongside representatives of athletes and volunteers. Gao Zhidan and José Perurena presented the Athletes of the DAY for TWG 2025 awards.

In her address, Shi Xiaolin expressed gratitude on behalf of the Organizing Committee of TWG 2025 Chengdu and Sichuan Province to all contributors for the event's successful execution and paid tribute to all athletes' unwavering spirit in their pursuit of dreams. She said that under the cordial care of President Xi Jinping and the strong leadership of the Chinese government, we shouldered our hosting responsibilities. Working together with the IWGA and respective international sports federations, and with the help and support of all sides we adhered to organizing a "green, inclusive, open, and clean" event, followed the "streamlined, safe, and splendid" requirements for organizing the games, and coordinated the efforts in leveraging the event organization to drive urban development, industrial prosperity, and public welfare. We fulfilled our solemn commitment to hosting a sports event that meets international standards, showcases Chinese style, and embodies Ba-Shu charm. The athletes poured their passion into every performance and showcased extraordinary determination, earning the glory of TWG by challenging themselves, helping each other succeed, and striving for excellence. Distinguished guests engaged in in-depth exchanges and mutual learning, experiencing the harmony of diverse civilizations where each culture shines in its own way while contributing to shared beauty. Staff members, "Little Green Pepper" volunteers, and Chengdu citizens alike demonstrated wholehearted dedication, showing their openness, inclusiveness, wisdom, resilience, civility, and friendliness—equally vital in co-authoring the TWG's success story. We welcome more friends to experience the splendid Sichuan, land of abundance, to witness and share the boundless vitality of Chinese modernization. Let us harness the power of sports and cooperation to advance peace, unity, and inclusiveness, making concrete contributions to building a community with a shared future for mankind and jointly creating a brighter future.

In his speech, José Perurena extended his deepest gratitude on behalf of the IWGA to The World Games 2025 Chengdu Local Organizing Committee, the General Administration of Sport of China, the people of Chengdu and Sichuan, and the thousands of volunteers for their outstanding contribution. He said that you have made this event a great success and unforgettable. With warm hospitality, remarkable efficiency, and the impeccable delivery of these Games, Chengdu has set new standards for the future. To our athletes—your brilliant performances and extraordinary achievements have inspired the world, showcasing the beauty of sport, the power of fair play, and the unique essence of The World Games, while elevating the IWGA's history to unprecedented heights. To all International Sports Federations—your relentless expansion of sport's boundaries has powerfully embodied the diversity that makes The World Games truly unique. To all national and regional Olympic committees and sports organizations—your support has been of vital importance in guiding and accompanying athletes on their TWG journey. Together with people of Karlsruhe, Germany, host of the next TWG, we look forward to welcoming you all in July 2029. Thank you, Chengdu—you've made history!

José Perurena and Yang Xingping, Vice Governor of the People's Government of Sichuan Province, exchanged commemorative gifts on behalf of the IWGA and the organizers of TWG 2025 Chengdu, respectively. All stood up as the IWGA Flag was slowly lowered. A handover ceremony then followed, where Wang Fengchao, Mayor of Chengdu Municipal People's Government, presented the IWGA Flag to José Perurena, who subsequently handed it over to Frank Mentrup, Lord Mayor of Karlsruhe, Germany. Frank Mentrup delivered a speech, and Karlsruhe presented a wonderful cultural performance.

At approximately 20:50, José Perurena declared the conclusion of The World Games 2025 Chengdu.

Against the backdrop of the warm and crystalline children's choir performing Auld Lang Syne, the main cauldron at the center of Qinhuang Lake was gradually extinguished. The cultural performance radiated youthful vitality as dazzling pyrotechnics illuminated the night sky, transforming the venue into a sea of jubilation. With hearts intertwined, the crowd cherished precious Chengdu memories, exchanging farewells and blessings while already anticipating the next reunion.

IWGA Vice President Tom Dielen and other IWGA officials, Deputy Director of General Administration of Sport of China Li Jing, provincial leaders Cao Lijun, Chen Wei, Zheng Li, and Huang Ruixue, representatives from relevant international sports federations, representatives of relevant national ministries and commissions, provincial departments, and Chengdu City, and representatives of athletes, volunteers, the media, and the public, among others, participated in the event.