Core Viewpoint - The Chengdu World Games, starting on August 7, 2023, features both non-Olympic and Olympic sports, highlighting the evolving nature of sports events and their classifications [1][3]. Group 1: Background of the World Games - The World Games were established in the 1970s to provide a platform for non-Olympic sports as the Olympic Games had limited capacity for new events [4]. - The International World Games Association (IWGA) was formed to create this alternative venue, with the first World Games held in 1981 in Santa Clara, USA [4][6]. Group 2: Project Diversity and Evolution - The World Games prioritize emerging sports and traditional strongholds that have not made it to the Olympics, allowing for a diverse range of competitions [6][14]. - Some sports, like taekwondo, have transitioned from the World Games to the Olympics, while others, such as breakdancing, have been introduced in both events [9][10]. Group 3: Relationship Between World Games and Olympics - The World Games serve as a testing ground for sports that may eventually enter the Olympic program, but not all sports that become Olympic will exit the World Games [9][14]. - The dynamic nature of Olympic sports, influenced by the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) reforms, allows for frequent changes in which sports are included [12][16]. Group 4: Regional Characteristics and New Additions - The Chengdu World Games will feature dragon boat racing for the first time, emphasizing the event's focus on regional characteristics [18]. - The relationship between the World Games and the Olympics is complementary, with both events coexisting and enriching the global sports landscape [18].

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