Ever thought climbing a coconut tree could win you a medal? 🏅 Well, in China’s 12th National Ethnic Games, that’s exactly what happened!
Hainan Province, famous for its beautiful beaches and tall coconut trees 🌴, swept the men’s and women’s titles in coconut tree climbing! 🥇🥇
The sport comes from daily life in Hainan, where people climb trees to pick fresh coconuts. Now, it’s an exciting race! 🏃♂️🏃♀️ Participants climb a tall pole as fast as they can and hit a button at the top. It’s all about speed and skill!
Luo Jun, from the Li Minority, won the men’s event in just 6.188 seconds! ⏱️ And Fu Shijun, who is Han Chinese, won the women’s event in 6.663 seconds! Both are from Hainan and were super excited to win in front of their home crowd. 🎉
“I’m so happy! I’ve always dreamed of winning,” said Luo Jun. “In Hainan, we climb trees to get fresh coconut water. Now, everyone is learning about our sport. It’s amazing!”
“When I was younger, I wanted to climb trees to drink fresh coconut water, but I wasn’t strong enough,” shared Fu Shijun. “Now I can, and winning at home feels incredible! I’m proud to bring glory to Hainan.” 😊
This event helps share Hainan’s traditions with the world and shows how everyday activities can become thrilling sports! Would you try climbing a coconut tree? 🌴💪
Reference(s):
12th National Ethnic Games: Hainan sweep coconut tree climbing titles
cgtn.com
