Village wrestling: Heritage beauty

Contest Entry Code: 5b0fa01dcafc44b292c4b479b1b519cf

Unit: Individual

Place of creation: Xã Quảng Điền, Huế, Việt Nam

Amidst the bustling atmosphere of the traditional festival in Hue City, the photo "froze" a spectacular peak moment of village wrestling. On the golden ground, the red-shirted wrestler threw a beautiful "pick-up toss", lifting his opponent into the air amid the extreme excitement of hundreds of spectators. The focused eyes of the referee, the enthusiastic cheers of the surrounding people, and the ancient communal house behind combined to create a vivid picture, not only of a match, but also of the strong vitality of the ancient capital's cultural heritage. This is a moment of strength, martial spirit and traditional pride.