Hold onto your paddles! 🌍 The world’s first "through-the-waterfall" canoe slalom is making waves at China’s iconic Huangguoshu Waterfall, where 100 elite athletes from over 20 countries and regions are battling rapids, weather chaos, and gravity itself from October 24-26. Think Hunger Games meets whitewater rafting – but 100% real!
Set against Asia’s largest waterfall (77.8m tall – that’s taller than Niagara! 🏞️), competitors are tackling two adrenaline-pumping events: Wildwater Canoe Slalom and a Long-Distance Race. The catch? The course uses natural waterways, meaning rocks, unpredictable currents, and mist from the falls keep athletes on their toes. One wrong move? You’re swimming with the currents! 💦
"It’s like kayaking through a thunderstorm," said a French competitor, grinning mid-interview. Organizers say this event – a collab between extreme sports and eco-tourism – puts Guizhou Province on the map as a global adventure hub. Who needs theme parks when nature serves up rollercoasters? 🎢
