For the first time, the field event has achieved full participation in the Universiade. The Chinese university track and field team is intensifying their preparations for the field event
CCTV News: The 31st Summer Universiade Athletics Competition will produce 50 gold medals, the highest number of gold medals among all events, with 16 gold medals in the field events. At present, the athletes participating in the field events are training at the Qinhuangdao training base. It is worth mentioning that the 31st Summer Universiade is also the first time China has participated in all field events at the Universiade.
Athletics competitions are divided into two categories: field events and track events. Among them, field competition is a collective term for jumping and throwing events held within the designated area of the track and field field. The field events of this Universiade include high jump, pole vault, long jump, triple jump, shot put, discus, hammer throw, and javelin. Among the athletes in the Chinese college athletics team, one-third of them participate in field events.
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Du Chao, the leader of the Chinese university track and field team at the 31st Summer Universiade, said: After arriving in Qinhuangdao, it should be said that it is very suitable for the preparation of the track and field team, because the climate is more suitable, and the athletes are now in a very energetic and orderly state of training.
It is reported that the level of athletes participating in field events in China has improved compared to the past, and it is expected to achieve a breakthrough in Chengdu.
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Du Chao, the leader of the Chinese university track and field team at the 31st Summer Universiade: In this competition, I believe we are not only striving for victory at the competitive level, but also looking forward to showcasing the enthusiasm and friendliness of contemporary Chinese university students through this competition, building friendships with university athletes from all over the world, telling the story of China well, and working hard to achieve good results and bring glory to our country.