Fusong County in northeast China’s Jilin Province was abuzz (热闹) with activities last winter,     1     (especial) when the World Robot Contest Finals 2023 were held there. The finals attracted over 5,000 youngsters from across the country who competed fiercely with their self-designed robots.

“We need to compete in assembling, programming and operation. I believe that maintaining a resilient mindset is the key to     2    (win) out,” said Yu Yiyang, who is a fifth grader from Shanghai and has a profound passion     3     robots. Yu said that from robotics class, he acquired knowledge beyond     4    (convention) textbooks, refining his practical skills and fostering innovative thinking.

Many of the contestants     5    (educate) in robot programming before participating in the robot contests. Their skills, mental strength and the sense of teamwork improved a lot as a result of their     6    (expose) to such competitions.

The young contestants, from various places and with diverse     7    (background), offered a glimpse of the popularity of robotics education among Chinese students. For many,     8     they learn robot programme and participate in robot contests offers opportunities     9    (sharpen) their cognitive abilities and their skills. The contests also serve as     10     effective means to boost their spirit of teamwork.

3 . Pickleball (匹克球) is like a combination of ping-pong and tennis, and attracts many beginners.     1     Here are some pointers on avoiding injuries.

    2     Doing some types of exercise preparation beforehand makes a big difference to prevent injuries. After that, do some arm circles and shoulder rotations (旋转). Hold your arm s straight out from your sides and rotate them in small circles, and then gradually make bigger circles before rotating in the opposite direction. Finish with some leg swings. Stand next to a wall for support, and then swing one leg back and forth, then side to side.     3    

To build coordination (协调), about 15 minutes should be taken to do a few drills. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. and then quickly move side to side.     4     Cross one leg in front of the other. Then quickly move your back leg out from behind the front leg to return to the position you started in. Keep moving side-to-side, crossing and uncrossing your legs in this way.

Choose the right gear (装备), too, including a paddle that is appropriate for your strength level. You may need different shoes for outdoor and indoor play.     5     Protect yourself from the sun with sunglasses, possibly with a string or silk tape that helps keep them in place, and sunscreen of SPF 50 or higher.

Beijing is set to host its annual Beijing Marathon. This event     1     (become) one of the most popular marathons in the world in the past years, attracting thousands of participants from all over the world.

The Beijing Marathon takes place in the autumn, when the city     2     (decorate) with colorful leaves. As the starting gun fires, professional     3     (athlete) alongside amateur runners fill the streets, creating a spirited and     4     (energy) atmosphere. The marathon offers different categories, such as the full marathon and the half marathon, catering to runners of all abilities.

    5     race route takes participants through the heart of Beijing, allowing them to witness the     6     (city) historical landmarks and modern marvels. Runners pass by famous sites like Tian’anmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven. These landmarks provide a glimpse into the rich history and culture of China.

Along the course, thousands of people line the streets, cheering and encouraging the runners,     7     (create) an incredible sense of friendship. Volunteers hand out water, drinks, and even small snacks     8     (keep) the runners fueled.

The Beijing Marathon is not only a race, but it also is an experience     9     brings people together, promotes fitness and showcases the beauty of Beijing. Whether you’re a seasoned runner     10     a first-timer, this event offers an unforgettable journey through the heart of China’s capital city. Lace up your running shoes and get ready for an exciting adventure.

Saturday afternoon at the Main Media Center, six front-line workers of the Hangzhou Asian Games     1     (invite) to talk about their work experience during the event.

The spotlight may not shine as     2     (bright)on them as it does on the     3     (compete) in the race course, but most of them have been offering support and help to the 12,000 athletes, nearly 5,000 technical officials and thousands of media personnel, making     4     (they) own extraordinary contributions (贡献) to the Games.

At the conference, Asiad Daily’s very own Shi Futian, a sports reporter and new media personality at English-language newspaper China Daily, shared the inspiration     5     he had drawn from people he had interviewed, including Uzbekistan’s artistic gymnast Oksana Chusovitina and Chinese swimmer Wang Shun. “I feel very lucky     6     (take) part in such a huge event as a reporter,” he said. “I also hope that through our media coverage,     7     (many) people will get to know the athletes and understand their stories.”

Lyu Shuyi, a security staff member at Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport, has been responsible     8     the protection of rifle and pistol ammunition for events such as     9     (shoot) and modern pentathlon (五项运动). As of Friday, the security team had ensured the safety of ammunition in 139 batches, and not a single piece was lost or damaged. “Due to the varied gun control policies in different countries, we worried that athletes might not understand the local rules     10    , those concerns were reduced when everyone showed understanding and cooperation.”

Chinese Taipei athletes feel at home in Hangzhou

Members of the Chinese Taipei delegation (代表团)     1     (participate) in the 19th Asian Games said that they were deeply touched     2     the warmth they received in Hangzhou, and the kindness of locals made them feel     3     (true) “at home”.

The Chinese Taipei delegation     4    (consist) of over 500 athletes involved in 33 sports. By 8:30 pm on Friday, Chinese Taipei     5    (win) a total of 58 medals—17 gold, 16 silver and 25 bronze—putting it in     6     (seven) place on the overall medal table.

On Friday morning, Chinese Taipei and Iran competed in the women’s semifinal of kabaddi,    7     the atmosphere was highly intense.

Chinese Taipei beat Iran, securing a score of 35 to 24     8    (get) a spot in the final. This     9     (achieve) surpassed (超过) its previous best record of     10     bronze medal at the 2018 Asian Games in Jakarta. In a post-match interview, Feng Hsiu-chen of Chinese Taipei’s kabaddi women’s team said that the resounding cheers from the audience left her with “a feeling of being at home”.