The decision to include new sports was made in response to recent Tibetan independence demonstrations and is aimed at creating a feeling of greater unity between China and the disputed region.
A jovial Chinese official gave a statement earlier today to explain the decision, “we felt that Tibet should play more part in the Games.” He went on to say, “we have designed some sports that Chinese government thinks best promote unity and are best understood by Tibetans.”
Following the statement the official detailed some of the new events, these included Tear Gas Table Tennis, Monk Wrestling and a whole host of bat-ton related sports currently being perfected by the authorities.
Unfortunately none of the new events competitors were available for comment because they are busy training in Tibet.
(Pictures from the Chinese Olympic training camp)
