2024.08.08 19:57 GMT+8

New Sports, Greater Olympics: Flag football's popularity surges in China

Updated 2024.08.08 19:57 GMT+8
CGTN

Li Fanfei is at the forefront of the flag football movement in China, shining as the quarterback of the Contenders, a national champion team from Beijing. Beyond his role on the field, Li is also the head coach for flag football at the Ambassion Club, a vibrant sports community that promotes an exciting urban sports lifestyle among the youth. Flag football is officially one of five new sports added to the Olympic program for the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles.

Li says he is thrilled to see the sport gaining increasing popularity and thrilling new opportunities in China.

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