The Chengdu stop of 2025 World Games Tour got underway on Friday at Chengdu Sport Universitys Sancha Lake Campus in Chengdu, southwest Chinas Sichuan Province.The event acts as a precursor to this years Chengdu World Games, set up for August 7-17, integrating cultural tourism and culinary experiences to engage the public.On Saturday and Sunday, the Chengdu stop will host competitions throughout three disciplines and 4 sub-disciplines: underwater sports (finswimming and freediving), lifesaving (swimming pool) and boules sports (petanque).
A total of 122 athletes from 28 nations and regions will contend for 30 gold medals.The Opening Ceremony at World Expo Park included breakdancing and martial arts performances blending tradition and modernity.
The athletes went into the place to drumbeats, welcomed by cheers from the crowd.Adhering to World Games standards, the occasion will likewise function as a trial run for venue operations ahead of this years competitors.
Organizers remodelled pool and boules courts, reusing 80 percent of products through leasing and recycling to align with eco-friendly practices.This stop of the World Games Tour likewise highlights Chengdus cultural offerings, consisting of World Expo Park visits, regional food tastings, and sports culture shows.
The initiative intends to increase tourism spending while likewise fostering synergy between the citys cultural, athletic and travel sectors.