The Chengdu leg of the 2025 World Games Tour concluded on Sunday, setting the stage for the main event to be hosted in the Chinese mainland's Sichuan Province this August. Over three days, 122 athletes from 28 countries and regions showcased skills in diving, life-saving, and boules, with 30 gold medals awarded as part of qualifiers for the upcoming Games.
The 12th World Games, scheduled for August 7-17, will feature non-Olympic sports, emphasizing disciplines like floorball, fistball, and flying disc. Chengdu's preparatory event highlighted the city's organizational capabilities, drawing participants from nations including China, Italy, and Spain.
Local organizers emphasized the Games' role in fostering cultural exchange. A spokesperson noted, 'This is more than competition—it's a bridge connecting global communities through shared passions.' The event also positions Chengdu as a rising hub for international sports, offering travelers and investors fresh reasons to engage with southwest China's dynamic developments.
