Athletes compete in planting rice seedlings on Sept 17 during the 7th National Farmers Games. The event opened in Nanyang, Henan province on Sept 17. Apart from traditional events like athletics, basketball, table tennis, and swimming, there are also less familiar activities like lion and dragon dancing. Most of the sports items in the 7-day sporting gala are meant to showcase farmers' special characteristics, focusing more on their lifestyle and work. [Photo/Xinhua]

Men compete in a three-legged race on Sept 17 during the 7th National Games. The event opened in Nanyang, Henan province on Sept 17. Apart from traditional events like athletics, basketball, table tennis, and swimming, there are also less familiar activities like lion and dragon dancing. Most of the sports items in the 7-day sporting gala are meant to showcase farmers' special characteristics, focusing more on their lifestyle and work. [Photo/Xinhua]