Dragon Boat World Cup in Hunan

The 2024 International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF) World Cup kicked off on Saturday in Miluo, Central China’s Hunan Province, drawing teams from 10 countries and regions to showcase their athleticism and teamwork. It marks the fourth time the event has been held in China.

As one of the highest-profile IDBF competitions, this year’s World Cup features five events across two categories: a 12-person 400-meter relay, a 1,000-meter pursuit, and 22-person mixed races in the 100-meter, 200-meter, and 500-meter sprints. The Chinese Dragon Boat Association has sent two teams comprising elite athletes selected from this year’s China Longzhou (Dragon Boat) Tournament.