Xinhua News Agency, Jinan, January 11 (reporter Wang Zhi) on the 11th, the 2020 International Winter Swimming World Cup (Jinan station) and the 8th China Jinan winter swimming spring International Open started in the Daming Lake scenic area of Jinan, 102 teams and 1195 winter swimming athletes from 30 countries and regions drove the waves to Daming Lake, enjoying the charm of winter swimming in challenging the cold.
“Spring city” Jinan has the reputation of “spring water ranks first in the world”. There are more than 640 famous springs distributed within its jurisdiction, and 72 of the most famous springs in history. A few days ago, the International Winter Swimming Federation announced the venue of the 2020-2021 International Winter Swimming World Cup. Jinan won the right to host the 2020 and 2021 International Winter Swimming World Cup.
This year’s event attracted 102 teams and 1195 winter swimming athletes from 30 countries and regions including the United States, Britain, Russia and Finland. During the competition, the players jumped up with a command and instantly plunged into Daming Lake, cutting waves and enjoying the passion and happiness of winter swimming.