“Women are so essential, they have the traits to build, and this will help FISU and the sports to grow.” These are the words of Irina Gladkikh, Associate Director of Winter and Recognized Sports and IF Relations of the International Olympic Committee. This was a key statement at the FISU Gender Equality Roundtable session, an […]
There were no surprises Tuesday on the last day of judo competition at the Chengdu FISU World University Games as Japan swept the women’s and men’s team events. Japanese athletes dominated the tournament at the Jianyang Cultural and Sports Centre Gymnasium, capturing a total of 15 medals, 11 of them gold. Yamaguchi Kirari had already […]
Calm, accuracy and focus. “Mental preparation is one of the most important things in my training,” explained Sara Fabian, after capturing her second silver medal of the Chengdu FISU World University Games, in the women’s 25m Pistol final, thanks to a 30-point tally on Tuesday. The Hungarian had previously placed second in the 10m Air […]
A fearless taekwondo prodigy is captivating the world once again with her extraordinary skill and unyielding determination. Amidst sky-high expectations as a defending champion, South Korea’s Kim Yujin radiated with brilliance on Monday at the Chengdu FISU World University Games, showcasing her unmatched prowess in the women’s under 57kg weight class. Four years removed from […]
What captivates most sports fans during international events like the FISU World University Games are the feelings generated by unexpected heroes. The underdogs. The Davids. The Rockys. On Day 1 of swimming in Chengdu, on Tuesday, it was the Polish men’s 4x100m freestyle relay which provided the ‘Miracle on Ice’ moment thanks to a winning […]
Sport should be visible in art, there is no need to be worried about smartphones, and the city of the future will be full of athletic events. These are the main conclusions of the three-day FISU World Conference, held as part of the Chengdu FISU World University Games, which came to a close on Sunday […]
FISU Medals become Digital! FISU marks a new era in sports recognition, thanks to the partnership with LEVERADE, offering to almost 2,000 athletes the chance to customize their awards with multimedia content. The 31st summer edition of the FISU World University Games is taking place in the vibrant city of Chengdu, China. This eagerly awaited […]
The Chengdu FISU World University Games are in full flow following the opening ceremony. While athletes spend most of their time at the venues practicing and competing, FISU Games Village is a place for relaxation. The Chengdu University campus has been turned into a new home for more than 6,000 student-athletes. Besides sharing a place […]
