(Baonghean.vn) - Cockfighting is the most attractive pastime in the spring festivals of the Mong people in Nghe An. The punches of the "fighters" really bring joy and excitement to the viewers.
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| Cockfighting often takes place at spring festivals in the highlands, thereby attracting special attention from participants. |
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| The cockfighting festival makes Tet more exciting. |
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| Fighting cocks are trained very carefully by the players to become real fighters. When in battle, they only pay attention to their opponents and are not afraid of the large crowd of spectators surrounding them, cheering excitedly. |
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| Each competition usually has dozens of pairs participating but it never feels boring. Each pair brings a very unique feeling. |
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| Just thrown into the ring, the two roosters immediately rushed into "fight". |
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| There are also matches where both sides carefully probe their opponents before launching their attacks. |
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| Stunning high flying stunts. |
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| A very dangerous move by a "fighter" received applause from the audience. |
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| The fighting moves of fighting cocks are perhaps closest to traditional martial arts and were the inspiration for the ancients to create the famous "Hung Ke Quyen" style. |
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| It is worth mentioning that the cockfights of the highlanders are simply for fun and there is no betting involved. It is this carefree nature that brings joy to everyone, whether their cock wins or loses. |
Ho Phuong - Huu Vi
