Something for everyone

Bigger, better ... and more inclusive.

With 19 new events added to the lineup, the 13th edition of China's National Games will be the largest ever when Tianjin hosts the nation from Aug 28 to Sept 8.

Sports climbing, roller skating, badminton, table tennis, marathon, dragon boat, chess, go chess, dragon dance and tai chi have all been added to the Games in order to promote participation by non-elite athletes, with 126 gold medals up for grabs.