Hey fam! The buzz is real as the 12th World Games gear up in Chengdu, and IWGA President Jose Perurena is all praises. At a pre-Opening Ceremony press meetup, Perurena dropped that Chengdu’s prep has "exceeded all expectations" – talk about raising the bar! ✨
Here’s the lowdown:
- 📍 Host city on point: From venues to tech vibes, Chengdu’s ready for a history-making line-up.
- 🎨 Cultural heartbeat: Xu Xingguo, the Games committee’s exec VP, teases an Opening Ceremony packed with Bashu charm – think spice-laced Sichuan flavors meets cutting-edge stagecraft.
- 🤸♀️ Spotlight athlete: Chinese breaker Liu Qingyi, Paris 2024 bronze medalist, says she’s pushing limits and eyeing peak performances on the dance floor.
- 🏅 Epic scale: 256 medal events across 60 disciplines in 34 sports, with nearly 4,000 athletes from 116 countries and regions battling it out Aug 7–17, 2025.
For tech-heads, imagine AR shows 🤖, drone light displays, and interactive fan apps – all streaming seamlessly to your smartphone. And for culture buffs, the Bashu vibes are a fresh twist on tradition. 🌶️
Whether you’re cheering for your squad or just soaking up the global sports fest, Chengdu’s world-class prep means a next-level experience. Get those calendars ready – it’s gonna be lit! 🔥
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IWGA President praises host city Chengdu's prep for 12th World Games
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