Get ready, Asia! 🇨🇳 China is sending a powerhouse team of 170 athletes to compete in the upcoming Asian Winter Games in Harbin, kicking off on February 7th. The excitement is real as the delegation held a spirited meeting at the General Administration of Sport last Friday to gear up for hosting this epic event. 🏂⛸️
With a total delegation of 257 people, this marks the third time China hosts the Games, and they're going all in! The athletes are set to compete in all 64 events, bringing their A-game to the snowy arenas. Talk about an all-star lineup! 🌟
Equal power to the players: the team boasts 85 men and 85 women, averaging just 23 years old. The youngest athlete is a rising star at 16, while proving age is just a number, the oldest competitor is 40! 🙌
Fresh faces abound with 147 athletes making their debut on this grand stage. Plus, 48 athletes are bringing their Olympic experience from the Beijing Winter Olympics, including gold medalists Gu Ailing and Xu Mengtao among six Olympic champions. Legends supporting the next generation—now that's teamwork! 🥇
We're hyped to see these athletes hit the ice and snow, representing China with pride and passion. Let's cheer them on as they chase glory at the Harbin Asian Winter Games! 🎉❄️
Reference(s):
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