Children play pickleball during summer break

Photo taken on July 9, 2025 shows children practicing pickleball under professional coaches in Qinhuangdao City, north China's Hebei Province. During summer break, youngsters are embracing this trending sport—blending elements of tennis, ping-pong, and badminton—for its accessibility and growing popularity. (Cao Jianxiong/Guangming Pictures)

Photo taken on July 9, 2025 shows children practicing pickleball under professional coaches in Qinhuangdao City, north China's Hebei Province. During summer break, youngsters are embracing this trending sport—blending elements of tennis, ping-pong, and badminton—for its accessibility and growing popularity. (Cao Jianxiong/Guangming Pictures)

Photo taken on July 9, 2025 shows children practicing pickleball under professional coaches in Qinhuangdao City, north China's Hebei Province. During summer break, youngsters are embracing this trending sport—blending elements of tennis, ping-pong, and badminton—for its accessibility and growing popularity. (Cao Jianxiong/Guangming Pictures)