Chengdu marks 30-day countdown to FISU World University Games

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Chengdu marks 30-day countdown to FISU World University Games

STORY: Chengdu marks 30-day countdown to FISU World University Games DATELINE: June 29, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:10 LOCATION: CHENGDU, China CATEGORY: SPORTS SHOTLIST: 1. various of activities of the 30-day countdown to FISU World University Games STORYLINE: The Chengdu 2021 FISU World University Games began a 30-day countdown with a flurry of vibrant celebratory activities in the host city of Chengdu in southwest China on Wednesday. The Games, to be held from July 28 to August 8 this year, has suffered two postponements due to several factors. The COVID-19 pandemic, as a primary hurdle, has posed substantial challenges for the preparatory work. Nevertheless, over the past three years, Chengdu has successfully overseen the construction, renovation, and expansion of 49 stadiums and gyms. These facilities pride themselves on top-tier hardware and service software, adhering to international competition standards. The city will become the third on the Chinese mainland to host the biennial Summer Universiade, fol

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