"Rong Huo" returns to Rong! Chengdu Universiade Torch Relay Chengdu Station Launches Torch | Return to Chengdu
Chengdu, July 2 (Xinhua) - Spanning mountains and rivers, spreading throughout the north and south of the country. After passing through five stops in Beijing, Harbin, Shenzhen, Chongqing, and Yibin, the torch of the 31st Summer Universiade returned to the host city of Chengdu.
On the morning of the 2nd, the torch relay of the 31st Summer Universiade, Chengdu Station, was launched at Sichuan University. Lotus flowers bloomed in front of the magnificent Mingde Tower, exuding youth. The light of "Rong Huo" will illuminate the "vibrant Rong City".
On July 2nd, teachers and students from Sichuan University cheered the torchbearers along the torch relay. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Wang Xi
On the 2nd, it was the first day of the torch relay at Chengdu Station. The "Rong Huo" was held at Sichuan University, Chengdu Sports College, and Chengdu Vocational and Technical College, each with 31 torchbearers from various fields such as sports, civil aviation, education, medical care, and technology.
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At the torch relay site at Sichuan University, Chinese diving star Wu Minxia was the first torchbearer. "I am very honored to be the torchbearer of the Chengdu Universiade, which is also a responsibility for me. I hope to pass on the spirit of sports one by one," said Wu Minxia.
On July 2nd, torchbearer Wu Minxia was in the torch relay. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Wang Xi
Liu Jin, Deputy Secretary General of the Organizing Committee of the Chengdu Universiade, said, "The torch of the Universiade has arrived at Sichuan University and officially started its relay in Chengdu. This is a meeting of youth, a continuation of the spirit of the Universiade, and an important signal for Chengdu to welcome global youth with both arms."
Excitedly passing the "Rong Fire", holding the torch in his left hand and placing his right hand at the heart, as a doctor, the doctor is kind. Torchbearer Kang Yan expressed his high respect for the medical staff with a "heart to heart" gesture.
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On July 2nd, torchbearer representative Wu Jingman gave a speech at the starting ceremony. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Wang Xi
At the torch handover ceremony, Wu Jingman stood straight, holding the torch high in both hands, and gestured a gesture similar to the bronze statue of a standing person in Sanxingdui. As a member of the Sanxingdui archaeological team at Sichuan University, she participated in archaeological excavations multiple times. With respect for the brilliant ancient Shu civilization, she also hoped to raise awareness of the inheritance and protection of cultural heritage in society through the "Ronghuo" relay.
As a torchbearer for the Universiade, Chengdu Public Security Police Officer Jiang Min is also very happy. She told reporters that as a member of the Chengdu Public Security Bureau, she and her comrades are strengthening their duty readiness and making every effort to ensure the safety of the Universiade events.
On July 2nd, torchbearer Jiang Min was in the torch relay. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Wang Xi
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Next, the torch relay will continue to take place in universities and Dong'an Lake Sports Park within Chengdu, embarking on a unique journey of glory and dreams.