Inner Mongolian athlete Baomini demonstrates his excellent archery skills at the competition. [Photo/Inner Mongolia Daily]

During the horse racing and archery competition of the 12th National Traditional Sports Games of Ethnic Minorities held in Zhaosu county, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region on July 10, athletes from North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region delivered a series of outstanding performances, securing first prizes in both the individual and three-person team events.

On the field, the agile riders from Inner Mongolia demonstrated their prowess in both horseback riding and archery, as they galloped at high speed while skillfully shooting arrows.

Their remarkable display not only highlighted their dual talents but also underscored Inner Mongolia's exceptional strength in traditional ethnic sports.

An Inner Mongolian athlete shows excellent riding skills during the competition. [Photo/Inner Mongolia Daily]

After two rounds of intense competition, athlete Baomini from Inner Mongolia emerged victorious in the individual event with a score of 11 points, standing out from among 65 competitors to win the first prize.

Additionally, athletes Baomini, Tergel and Baoman from Inner Mongolia secured the first prize in the three-person team event with a combined score of 31 points.

Furthermore, one athlete from Inner Mongolia won the second prize in the individual horse racing and archery event, while four athletes received third prizes in the same category.

An Inner Mongolian athlete demonstrates his excellent archery skills at the competition. [Photo/Inner Mongolia Daily]