Get ready to paddle into history! Dragon boat racing, a sport steeped in 2,000 years of Chinese tradition, is set to make its second Olympic appearance as a demonstration sport at #Paris2024. 🌍🔥 International Canoe Federation (ICF) President Thomas Konietzko announced the news during a Beijing press conference, calling it a \"celebration of teamwork and cultural heritage.\"
Konietzko also teased two major autumn events: the Dragon Boat World Cup in Yichang and the debut International Canoe Super Cup in Hangzhou. These competitions will showcase both ancient traditions and modern athleticism – think drumbeats syncing with TikTok-worthy splash shots. 🥁💦
\"This isn\u2019t just about sports,\" said the ICF leader, \"it\u2019s about bridging cultures through shared excitement.\" With teams from across APEC members expected to compete, dragon boats are becoming the ultimate global friendship vessels. 👫🌏
