Participants: Loboda Olesksii/Bruce applebaums /Ewan Fang/Howard Zhang

On 26th of July, 2024, Suzhu and Paris both experienced rain at the same time and collectively celebrated the arrival of the Olympics, which is a wonderful coincidence and a representation of internationalization. The grand opening of the Black Tie Boxing Academy's students and coaches showcased their respect for the spirit of sports and their passion for the Olympic spirit.

Young teenagers and experienced elders at the academy, including a 16-year-old kendo practitioner and a 60-year-old master of Chinese martial arts, are all students of the academy, demonstrating that sports are not limited by age. The demonstration by Chinese and foreign coaches of martial arts and boxing not only displayed their skills but also served as a cultural exchange. The final joint performance of combat integration beautifully blended the spirit and culture of sports from the East and the West, showing that sports have no borders.

The transition from wielding weapons to becoming a powerful "weapon" oneself is not only a transformation in the skills of martial arts and boxing but also a recognition of the exploration and affirmation of one's inner strength. Sports and culture are inseparable; together they form an important part of human civilization. Through sports activities, we can better understand and respect different cultures, promoting international friendship and exchange.

Suzhu welcomed the Olympics in such a way, adding vitality to the city and lending a colorful multicultural hue to this international event. Such a successful celebration is a victory for the spirit of sports and cultural exchange and the best interpretation of the Olympic motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger, Together."