Imagine racing through a 77.8m tall, 101m wide waterfall — that's exactly what's happening at the inaugural Huangguoshu Waterfall International Canoe Slalom Extreme event in Anshun City, Guizhou Province, China. From October 24 to 26, some 100 elite athletes from scores of countries and regions, including France, Germany, the United States, the Czech Republic, Italy, Slovenia, and China, are taking on this insane challenge! 🌊🚣♂️
This landmark competition is being held on the world's first "through-the-waterfall" track, utilizing the main stretch of turbulent waters of Huangguoshu. Athletes weave through gates in the Wildwater Canoe Slalom, testing their precision and speed, then power through the Wildwater Long-Distance Race — a full-throttle dash against time. It's like taking your weekend rafting adventure on the Trishuli River or in southern Thailand to a mind-blowing new level. 🎮💦
With monsoon-like weather swings and complex river terrain, every turn is unpredictable. Competitors must read the currents, adjust their strokes, and stay laser-focused under the thunderous roar of the falls. It's raw, it's rugged, and it's pushing extreme sports to a whole new level. ⛈️🏆
Beyond the thrills, this event shines a spotlight on Guizhou's mission to merge extreme sports with conservation. By hosting races in these pristine waterways, local authorities aim to highlight and protect the area's natural beauty — a perfect fit for our eco-conscious generation. 🌿🤝
Follow the action and catch the live updates from the rapids — this waterfall showdown is rewriting the rules of adventure sports! 🔥
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International canoe slalom sails through Huangguoshu Waterfall
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