The "World Memory Exchange Corner" of the barter market at the Universiade | Athletes | Memory
The Universiade has entered the second half of the competition, with athletes from various countries competing fiercely on the field, and the cheers from the stands are also rising one after another. At various competition venues, the audience watched enthusiastically and orderly, showcasing the civilized style of the millennium old city to the world.
In the track and field competition held at the Chengdu Shuangliu Sports Center Stadium, athletes competed on the field, and the cheers echoed throughout the venue. The enthusiasm at the scene was also conveyed to the athletes.
Australian athlete Youse: The atmosphere on the field is fantastic, everyone is very enthusiastic and passionate. When your name and where you come from are broadcasted, the audience cheers and makes me proud, which makes me perform better.
German athlete Fren: After the final, we went out from the exit and many people wanted to take photos with us. They were so friendly, and I never had this feeling before. Everyone was cheering and cheering, and it felt great.
During the summer vacation, many parents also bring their children to the scene to cheer and encourage the athletes.
Chengdu citizens: I feel very proud and excited. I just want them to watch these competitions and experience the spirit of athletes from all over the world.
World Memory Exchange Corner Leads Special Memories
In the Universiade village where athletes live together, there is a "World Memory Exchange Corner" where athletes from various countries have left a special Universiade mark.
Sichuan TV reporter Zeng Rong: If there is a deadline for memory, how long would you like it to be? If given an opportunity to exchange tokens, which one would you bring out? This is the barter market in Dayun Village, which is a place where memories can be exchanged.
On this "only for exchange, not for sale" wall, there are Maya dolls from Guatemala, bracelets from India, badges from Brazil, as well as message cards and group photos. This is a token and story left by friends from all over the world. As an exchange, athletes who leave souvenirs can receive works by Chengdu folk craftsmen, such as bamboo bookmarks, lion hanging ornaments, etc.
Using the Universiade as a medium, this small wall is engaged in the exchange of traditional Chengdu folk culture and cultural memories from around the world.
Luis Bonah, a fencer from the German delegation at the Chengdu Universiade: I think this kind of exchange is very interesting. You can see what others want to express, which is very interesting. I also love seeing these small gifts from different countries. Unfortunately, we were not prepared and only brought a small badge.
In addition to this "world memory exchange corner", there is also a normalized exchange activity in the Dayun Village. Athletes, staff, volunteers, and others will spontaneously exchange badges on their chests as souvenirs.
Max Mueller, a fencer from the German delegation at the Chengdu Universiade: Exchange is very beneficial for opening a communication mode, such as, Hi, how are you? Do you want to exchange badges? Then you can start a conversation, which is really great, you can chat with strangers.
