Move over, Paris – the Olympic spirit just went orbital! Shenzhou-18 taikonauts Ye Guangfu, Li Cong, and Li Guangsu staged an out-of-this-world celebration aboard the China Space Station, marking both the Summer Games and China's National Fitness Day with zero-gravity gymnastics.
Footage released by the China Manned Space Agency shows the trio swapping their lab coats for creativity: Commander Ye kicked off a microgravity torch relay using an improvised flaming prop (safety first, even in space!). Li Cong then floated over a makeshift hurdle like a cosmic Simone Biles, while Li Guangsu nailed a \"upright long jump\" that would defy any Earth-bound physics textbook.
'This demonstrates our taikonauts' physical fitness and positive spirit,' the CMSA stated, highlighting how the event blends scientific rigor with human playfulness. The games coincide with China's push for全民健身 (national fitness) – proving even 400km above Earth, staying active is mission-critical.
Shenzhou-18 taikonauts Ye Guangfu, Li Cong, and Li Guangsu staged an out-of-this-world celebration aboard the China Space Station, marking both the Summer Games and China's National Fitness Day with zero-gravity gymnastics.
'This demonstrates our taikonauts' physical fitness and positive spirit,' the CMSA stated, highlighting how the event blends scientific rigor with human playfulness. The games coincide with China's push for全民健身 (national fitness) – proving even 400km above Earth, staying active is mission-critical.
