High in the Himalayan foothills, a new generation of equestrian stars is rewriting Xizang's sporting legacy. CGTN's Chen Yilin recently saddled up with the region's rising riders, uncovering how ancient horsemanship traditions are fueling modern championship dreams.
"These athletes grew up riding before they could walk," Chen reports from the misty training grounds. "Now they're combining centuries-old techniques with professional sports science – and the results are breathtaking."
The team's secret weapon? A unique blend of:
🏔️ High-altitude endurance training
📜 Time-honored Tibetan riding styles
🏆 Cutting-edge competition strategies
Their hard work paid off last month when they clinched three gold medals at China's National Equestrian Championships. But for these riders, victory means more than trophies. "We carry our ancestors' skills into the modern world," one 19-year-old champion told reporters.
"When our horses leap, it feels like the whole plateau is flying with us" – Team member during training
