Economic Daily Commentator: Achieving Dreams and Achievements in Brave Striving for Excellence | On the Field | Dreams
After more than 4 years of careful preparation, the 31st Summer Universiade for University Students has kicked off in Chengdu, Sichuan. This is an international sports event full of youthful charm, Chinese characteristics, and the atmosphere of the times. Tens of thousands of athletes of different skin colors, races, and civilizations will pursue their dreams here and compose a stirring youth movement.
The grand event of youth, youth is undoubtedly the protagonist. On the field, the average age of 411 participants in China is only 22.9 years old, with a desire to "bring glory to the motherland, the nation, and add color to life". They constantly break through themselves and exceed their limits; Outside the competition venue, more than 20000 young volunteers have devoted themselves to various competition services, silently dedicating themselves to the smooth progress of the competition. Through the window of the Universiade, one can see the patriotic enthusiasm, hard work and selfless dedication of the young people present, which is also a microcosm of contemporary Chinese youth.
The construction of a strong sports country must start with young people, as youth are strong in China and sports are strong in China.A new generation who can shoulder the great responsibility of national rejuvenation needs to have a strong physique. Fully leveraging the appeal of sports events such as the Universiade can attract more young people to sports stadiums and training grounds.
Sports are not just about physical fitness. As an important symbol of social development and human progress, sports are a manifestation of spirit and will, a symbol of national strength, and a symbol of national rejuvenation. The unique charm of sports lies in the spiritual power of giving it all, overcoming difficulties, and never giving up. This power can always shake people's hearts and inspire a magnificent cohesion. The spirit of the Universiade not only floats on the field, but also on the broader stage of life for young people to continue the spirit inside the field and release it outside. They should strive to run and achieve their dreams on the youthful track of striving for excellence, and contribute light and heat to the great historical cause of realizing the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.
The sports track always has an end, and striving for life has no end. Every departure is a new starting point. At this moment of conveying passion and dreams, showcasing courage and strength, and expressing unity and progress, we look forward to athletes achieving excellent results on the field of the Universiade, and also hope that every young person can run better and achieve a more brilliant China!