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Imagine racing 200 meters with two teammates strapped into a single pair of wooden shoes . That’s the thrill of board-shoe racing, a centuries-old sport stealing the spotlight at China’s 12th National Traditional Games in Sanya! Over 300 athletes from ethnic groups across the country are competing in this high-energy blend of teamwork and tradition.
Born among the Zhuang people in Guangxi, the sport dates back to Ming Dynasty legends of warrior training . Today, teams of three sprint in sync across relays and mixed-gender races, proving collaboration is everything. ‘It’s like a TikTok dance challenge but way faster,’ joked one competitor.
Beyond the laughs, the games spotlight China’s cultural mosaic—from Uygur dances to Mongolian wrestling. For travelers and culture buffs, it’s a must-watch moment blending history, sport, and community spirit. Who’s ready to try strapping on those board shoes?
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. That’s the thrill of board-shoe racing, a centuries-old sport stealing the spotlight at China’s 12th National Traditional Games in Sanya! Over 300 athletes from ethnic groups across the country are competing in this high-energy blend of teamwork and tradition.
. Today, teams of three sprint in sync across relays and mixed-gender races, proving collaboration is everything. ‘It’s like a TikTok dance challenge but way faster,’ joked one competitor.
must-watch moment blending history, sport, and community spirit. Who’s ready to try strapping on those board shoes?
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