Boxing championship kicks off in Kaiyang

The "Hongchu Chuanqi Chinese and Foreign Boxing Championship (Kaiyang Station)" kicks off in Kaiyang county. [Photo/WeChat account of Kaiyang county]

Two women athletes pound their fists into each other's faces. [Photo/WeChat account of Kaiyang county]

On May 25-26, the "Hongchu Chuanqi Chinese and Foreign Boxing Championship (Kaiyang Station)" kicked off in Kaiyang county, Guiyang, capital of Southwest China's Guizhou province.

The event brought together 40 professional athletes and martial arts enthusiasts from home and abroad to compete and showcase their skills, presenting the audience with a spectacular feast of "strength and beauty" in combat.

The two-day boxing championship featured two main events: boxing and kickboxing. The 40 participants were divided into 20 groups, with each match consisting of four rounds. The competitors ranged in age from 16 to 43.

Every participant gave it their all, while each clash of fists and feet was a collision of speed and passion, and a release of strength and muscle. This provided a continuous stream of thrilling moments that earned cheers from the audience and allowed them to experience the unique allure of combat sports.

The gymnasium is packed with spectators. [Photo/WeChat account of Kaiyang county]