A national desert rugby invitational tournament recently kicked off in Jinshaling Tourism Area in Hanggin Banner of Ordos, with six teams comprising over 80 athletes competing amid the endless undulating dunes. 

English rugby rules were adopted, while the high temperature and soft sand court pushed the athletes' endurance to its limits! 

Athletes pose for a group photo. [Photo/Hanggin News]

Female athletes engage in fierce competition. [Photo/Hanggin News]

Young athletes go head to head. [Photo/Hanggin News]