Youth unity and friendship start.
On August 1st, the contestants started in the first round of the women's 100 meter athletics competition.
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On July 29th, Li Huilin, a member of the Chinese university sports delegation, competed in the individual all-around final of artistic gymnastics.
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On August 2nd, Zou Jingyuan, a member of the Chinese university sports delegation, participated in the men's gymnastics team final.
Photo by our reporter Jiang Yushi
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On July 31st, athletes learned to write Chinese characters in the interactive experience area of the "Chinese Bridge" in the Dayun Village.
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On July 29th, players from the Chinese university men's water polo team and the Italian university men's water polo team clapped their hands before the match.
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On July 28th, the opening ceremony of the Chengdu Universiade was brightly lit with fireworks.
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On July 29th, the Chinese university men's water polo team competed.
Photo by our reporter Jiang Yushi
We must join hands with the world's youth, promote world peace and development with the vitality of youth, and turn the Chengdu Universiade into an international sports event with Chinese characteristics, contemporary atmosphere, and youthful charm... The powerful words are deeply inspiring.
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Youth is just right, it never disappoints youth. In recent days, with the progress of the competition schedule, many young college students have made appearances on the Chengdu University Games field. They dare to challenge and demonstrate a tenacious and hardworking willpower; They are uplifting and demonstrate a confident and inclusive spirit. The youthful charm on and off the field inspires more young people to tirelessly strive for their dreams.
Promote unity through sports and gather positive energy for the international community. The Chengdu Universiade is not only a stage for sports competition, but also a platform for exchange and mutual learning. Athletes, referees, experts and scholars from all over the world open their hearts and speak in a friendly manner, not only interpreting the purpose of the Universiade of "friendship, universal love, fairness, perseverance, integrity, cooperation, and hard work", but also helping young people from various countries to gather consensus in a diverse world.
The Universiade is a grand event of friendship. China has always actively prepared for and fulfilled the promise of the Universiade, witnessing young people from all over the world forming friendships and building the future together.
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Chengdu achieves its dreams, and the world shares its brilliance. The Chengdu Universiade will undoubtedly become a grand event of youth, unity, and friendship.