On the Haohe River in Nantong, a dragon boat is prepared on May 24 for the dragon boat race. [Photo provided by Qu Dejun to en.nantong.gov.cn]

At a workers' tug-of-war competition in Haimen district on April 30, participants strive for victory, while cheerleaders loudly cheer them on. [Photo provided by Shi Jianchong to en.nantong.gov.cn]

A unique sports event is held in Nantong on June 25. [Photo provided by Ni Jinlian to en.nantong.gov.cn]

At the Century Park basketball court in Tongzhou district, sports enthusiasts compete for the basketball in the center circle on April 26, showcasing the passion and vitality of sports. [Photo provided by Song Xiepei to en.nantong.gov.cn]

The opening ceremony of the 2025 Jiangsu Province Elderly Sports Series (Hai'an district) was held on April 15, with elderly fitness enthusiasts performing tai chi, fitness dances, qigong, and other exercise routines. [Photo provided by Xu Jinbai to en.nantong.gov.cn]

At the Jiangu Lake Park in Haimen district, a group of children joyfully ride unicycles on the square on June 1. [Photo provided by Fan Boda to en.nantong.gov.cn]