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Think balancing on a bamboo pole while racing down a river is just a scene from a martial arts movie? Think again! The 12th National Traditional Games of Ethnic Minorities of China in Sanya is serving up mind-blowing action with single bamboo drifting races — a sport as cool as it sounds.
Originally a transport method in northern Guizhou, this 1,000-year-old tradition was added to China’s national intangible cultural heritage list in 2021. Now, athletes glide across water at lightning speed on wobbling bamboo poles, competing in 60-meter sprints that demand insane balance and agility.
Shoutout to Guangxi’s athletes, who crushed both men’s and women’s races! Fans are calling it “real-life kung fu” — imagine Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon meets the Olympics.
From river commutes to heritage sport, bamboo drifting proves ancient traditions can still make waves. Who’s ready to try?
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Steal Spotlight at China’s Ethnic Games!
The 12th National Traditional Games of Ethnic Minorities of China in Sanya is serving up mind-blowing action with single bamboo drifting races — a sport as cool as it sounds.
Originally a transport method in northern Guizhou, this 1,000-year-old tradition was added to China’s national intangible cultural heritage list in 2021. Now, athletes glide across water at lightning speed on wobbling bamboo poles, competing in 60-meter sprints that demand insane balance and agility. 
Shoutout to Guangxi’s athletes, who crushed both men’s and women’s races! Fans are calling it “real-life kung fu” — imagine Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon meets the Olympics. 
Who’s ready to try?
