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Racing is a modern leisure and entertainment sport. Since it was first introduced to China in 1985 in the form of the Hong Kong-Beijing International Rally, this sport has ushered in a golden period of vigorous development in China. In the endless Gobi Desert in northwest China, the cross-country rally, which challenges the harsh natural environment and breaks through one's own limits, is a competitive arena that countless racers yearn for. Like many racers with dreams, Li Yahui has been devoted to the cross-country rally for many years. From a champion player to a professional referee, the change of identity shows Li Yahui's remarkable achievements in constantly surpassing himself in racing.

As early as 2011, Li Yahui began to lead the company's team to participate in Asia's top off-road rally, the Taklimakan International Rally, and continued to hone his skills. In 2021, he participated in the second Dunhuang Dahaidao Automobile Endurance Race as the team's main driver. The competition was upgraded to a national A-level event for the first time this year, and its attention and challenge reached unprecedented new heights. In the competition, facing the difficult schedule of nearly 1,000 kilometers, Li Yahui solved the problems on the road with his outstanding professional level and calm mind, and achieved excellent results in the multi-day race. In the end, he successfully won the championship of the light truck group of the competition, winning cheers and applause from the audience. "It feels like a dream. Until now, I often think of the excitement when I won the championship." Li Yahui said that this hard-won championship is undoubtedly the best compliment for Li Yahui's hard practice over the years.

(Driver Li Yahui (right) and navigator Song Haitao at the championship award ceremony)

After winning the championship, Li Yahui became famous in the racing industry. He also discovered that racing sports have more challenges besides winning the championship. He decided to further his studies in this professional field and work hard to become a professional referee. In February 2023, he successfully passed the qualification verification and obtained the referee qualification certificate issued by the Henan Automobile and Motorcycle Sports Association. He was invited by the organizers of many well-known large-scale competitions to participate in the refereeing work. The competitions he has refereed include national-level competitions with the purpose of racing and strong professionalism, as well as local competitions that focus more on fun and cultural propaganda effects and are closer to the public. But without exception, Li Yahui has given fair referee results that best meet the purpose of the competition in the position of referee, making these competitions more professional and more exciting.

Now, Li Yahui is still active in the motorsports industry. After years of experience, he has more outstanding professional skills and a broader vision, and is committed to promoting the development of motorsports in China and its integration with various industries. I believe that with the efforts of him and many motorsports enthusiasts, this sport will surely flourish in China and show the charm of racing to more people.

Text: Song Yao

(Source: Elephant News)