Zhangjiagang, a county-level city of Suzhou, recently held the 2024 "Yumiao Cup" Youth Triathlon, with 217 children from 23 teams participating in the event.
The competition featured four categories: boys and girls in both preschool and elementary school groups, and covered a total distance of 2,050 meters, including a 50-meter swim, a 1,600-meter bike ride, and a 400-meter run.
A boy competes in the youth triathlon. [Photo/WeChat account: zjgwtgl]
The "Yumiao Cup" is one of the most well-known youth sporting events in Zhangjiagang, aimed at encouraging young people to engage in sports and promoting their physical and mental wellbeing.
In 2023, the "Yumiao Cup" hosted 17 events, attracting over 10,000 student participants. This year, the series will feature 22 competitions, including table tennis, badminton, swimming, taekwondo, and street dance.