British men’s tug of war team pulls off gold at World Games
The British men’s 640kg tug of war team clinched the gold medal at The World Games 2025 in Chengdu, China, defeating reigning champions Switzerland in a dominant 3-0 performance.
Key points of the competition
- Britain’s dominant performance: The British team showcased formidable form throughout the tournament, culminating in a decisive 3-0 victory over Switzerland in the final match.
- Switzerland dethroned: This win marked a significant achievement for Britain, as they unseated Switzerland, who had held the reigning champions title in this category.
- Road to the finals: Germany, Britain, Switzerland, and Belgium advanced to the semi-finals. Switzerland defeated Germany, while Britain overcame Belgium to reach the final.
- Bronze medal: Germany secured the bronze medal, defeating Belgium 2-1.
- Tug of war at the World Games: Tug of war has been an official event since 1981. This year’s competition featured three categories.
- A team member highlighted the dedication and effort that went into their victory, stating it was a testament to a year of hard training.
- This victory marks a historic moment for British tug of war.
