Guangzhou just turned up the heat with a š„ flame lighting ceremony for Chinaās 15th National Games (Nov 9ā21), plus the 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games (Dec 8ā15). Talk about back-to-back action!
The real showstopper? The official source flame kicked off from combustible ice š§ā”āthatās methane hydrate extracted from 1,522 m under the South China Sea. Imagine icy crystals that actually burn!
Chinaās 15th National Games will be jointly hosted by Guangdong Province and the Hong Kong and Macao special administrative regions. After that, athletes with disabilities and Special Olympic stars shine in December.
From epic stadium vibes to inclusive cheers, this multi-city fest is all about unity and sportsmanship. Ready to catch the action? Stay tuned for more updates! āØ
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Flame lighting ceremony for China's National Games held in Guangzhou
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