Azure waves reflect our original aspirations—Yingdong Swimming Pool ignites the nationwide fitness craze with the 2025 "National Olympic Sports Cup" Adult Swimming Qualification Tournament.

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Azure waves reflect our original aspirations—Yingdong Swimming Pool ignites the nationwide fitness craze with the 2025 "National Olympic Sports Cup" Adult Swimming Qualification Tournament.


Under the inspiring guidance of Comrade Mao Zedong’s call to "Develop sports and strengthen the people's physique," the Yingdong Swimming Pool buzzed with vibrant energy on the morning of June 7, 2025, as the venue proudly launched its signature event—the National Olympic Sports Cup National Fitness Adult Swimming Qualification Competition. More than 300 swimming enthusiasts gathered at this iconic pool, which once hosted the glory of the Asian Games, eagerly competing in the nationwide fitness movement and collectively paving the way for a new chapter in China’s pursuit of a healthier nation.



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Blue Pool Showdown: Rolling Waves Witness Nationwide Endeavor

As the starting whistle pierced through the air inside the pool hall, the water instantly erupted into chaos! The 10 international-standard lanes transformed into a high-speed battleground, where 100 athletes raced side by side, their movements creating explosive splashes that echoed like a powerful symphony of strength and grace. Butterfly swimmers slashed through the water with arm strokes that seemed almost brutal, their momentum soaring like a fiery storm; freestyle competitors darted forward like arrows, each stroke sending long trails of bubbles dancing across the surface; and the breaststroke formation moved in perfect, rhythmic unison, steadily propelling themselves while quietly building toward a breathtaking burst of speed.

The most intense event was undoubtedly the 50-meter sprint, where athletes leaped into the water from the starting blocks, pushing their speed and explosive power to the absolute limit over the short distance. Even the split-second difference in timing as they touched the wall often sent waves of gasps and cheers erupting from the stands. Meanwhile, the mixed medley relay race took the excitement to a whole new level, with each stroke change testing both the team’s seamless coordination and individual swimmers’ remarkable strength. Amidst the rhythmic calls and encouragement rising from the exchange zone, competitors clung tightly to every inch of ground, charging forward with all their might—leaving indelible marks of determination etched into the shimmering blue waters. Meanwhile, the judging panel kept a vigilant eye on the electronic scoreboard, applauding and marveling at each new record-breaking performance.

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Independent-brand racing events: A strong professional foundation builds a platform for nationwide fitness.

As the event organizer, Yingdong Swimming Pool has meticulously prepared for the competition by holding a dedicated pre-event meeting to comprehensively coordinate the event schedule and ensure top-notch service and support. To provide participants with "VIP-style service," the pool assembled a professional support team dedicated to every aspect of the event—ranging from equipment setup and safety measures to crowd management and guidance. For instance, they’ve implemented an internationally standardized starting signal system along with state-of-the-art automatic timing devices. Additionally, thorough pre- and post-race cleaning is carried out, while heated water remains continuously available in the changing rooms. Immediate on-site results verification ensures accuracy, and customized certificates are ready for pickup right after the event—all of which highlight Yingdong Swimming Pool’s unwavering commitment to excellence as a nationally recognized venue.

The event organizers stated: "We provide services to the public fitness movement according to international event standards, specifically so that amateur swimming enthusiasts can also experience the professional allure of a world-class venue."

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A National Fitness Benchmark: Thirty Years of Bibo Cultivating the Foundation for Health

Since the Asian Games, Yingdong Swimming Pool has consistently been a strong advocate for national fitness initiatives. It has not only hosted signature events such as the "National Olympic Sports Cup," "Run, Little Ones," and the "WOW Youth Swimming Invitational" for multiple years in a row but also regularly offered free public swimming lessons for young athletes, benefiting over 10,000 youths.

“Today’s successful qualifying event reaffirms our original commitment to supporting national fitness,” emphasized the venue manager. “This pool has not only produced world champions—it should also become the starting point for every ordinary person to turn their health aspirations into reality.”

From sweat to glory—become a better version of yourself!



As the final group of athletes left the pool with proud smiles, their achievement certificates—embellished with the emblem of the National Olympic Sports Center—shimmered brilliantly in the sunlight. This vibrant blue arena, etched with memories of the Asian Games, continues to inspire the nation’s growing fitness movement, driven by its enduring commitment to professional excellence and its unwavering dedication to serving the people. At the end of the shimmering, wave-like racecourse, the inspiring vision of a healthy China stretches forward with each powerful stroke, propelling us ever closer to a brighter, fitter future.



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