SHENZHEN, China – December 2, 2025 – The Sunwoda · Jim Rogers Cup Rowing Elite Regatta 2025 and its associated executive summit concluded triumphantly this weekend, establishing a new benchmark for integrating elite sport, strategic investment dialogue, and industry leadership. The two-day event, unfolding on the waters of the Maozhou River and at Sunwoda’s global headquarters, was built around the powerful theme of “Where Capital Currents Meet the Rhythm of the Oars.” It seamlessly combined world-class athletic competition, exclusive access to a green technology pioneer, and candid conversations with investment legend Jim Rogers, creating a definitive “Sports, Business & Ideas” platform.
On the Water: A Showcase of Precision and Team Synergy
The regatta commenced on November 30th at the Deep Dive Center in Guangming. In her opening remarks, Ms. Yang Jing, Brand Marketing Director of Sunwoda Mobility Energy Technology Co., Ltd., articulated the profound alignment between rowing’s core tenets and Sunwoda’s corporate philosophy. She emphasized how the discipline, flawless synchronization, and unwavering trust essential to a racing shell mirror Sunwoda’s decades-long commitment to excellence and reliability in every battery it produces. From its global leadership in consumer electronics to its position among the top ten in power and energy storage solutions, Sunwoda’s mission to deliver sustainable “power” parallels the focused energy demanded on the racecourse.
Competition was fierce across Youth, Adult, and Premier Team categories. The Rogers Rowing Team demonstrated exceptional prowess, securing the Youth Women’s Double Sculls (W2x) title (Xie Yuwei / Li Yushu). The Youth Men’s Double Sculls (M2x) saw a historic tie, with gold shared by the Shenzhen Foreign Languages School Rowing Team (Huang Yifan / Su Dajun) and the Rogers Rowing Team (Zhu Yuquan / Zhang Zhihan). In the Adult Single Sculls (1x) events, Yang Fuqiang and Liu Zhifen of the Greater Bay Area Deep Dive Rowing Club claimed the men’s and women’s championships, respectively. The climax of the day, the premier Coxed Eight (8+) race, was won decisively by the Guangming Science City Team, with the Vanke Rowing Association and the Greater Bay Area Deep Dive Rowing Club earning silver and bronze.
Beyond the Race: Strategic Dialogue and Leadership Insights
December 1st elevated the discourse from physical to strategic competition. The morning featured an exclusive 800-meter Entrepreneurs’ Challenge, where three crews from the Canal Business School translated boardroom strategy into on-water execution. The winning “Vanguard Team,” guided by world champion athlete Xiao Chuchu, prevailed through impeccable coordination. “This is the ultimate test of unified purpose,” noted one participating CEO. “The rhythm required in the boat is a powerful metaphor for aligned leadership in any enterprise.”
The afternoon provided a rare insider’s perspective at Sunwoda, a global benchmark in green technology innovation. The intellectual pinnacle was a closed-door “Fireside Chat with Jim Rogers.” The iconic investor, drawing on his experience as a former Oxford coxswain, shared unvarnished insights. He reaffirmed his long-term conviction in China’s trajectory, noting its unique historical resilience. On investing, he stressed the non-negotiable necessity of deep, independent research: “The only way to win is to know more than the market.” He encouraged the leaders present to “have the courage to be ‘crazy’ in the pursuit of their genuine passions” and to approach transformative technologies like AI with both optimism and prudent caution.
A Lasting Legacy: Forging Connections that Drive Progress
The Sunwoda · Jim Rogers Cup Rowing Elite Regatta 2025 was jointly presented by Sunwoda Mobility Energy Technology Co., Ltd., Zhongtoubang Hong Kong Limited, and Rogers Information Consulting (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd., with expert execution by Shenzhen Deep Dive Rowing Sports Co., Ltd., and supported by the Matian Sub-district Office of Guangming District, Shenzhen.
More than a regatta, the event stands as a powerful case study in the convergence of peak performance, strategic thinking, and urban vision. It successfully converted athletic synergy into a foundation for commercial trust and transformed timeless investment principles into actionable executive insight. The event solidifies Shenzhen’s role as a dynamic hub pioneering sophisticated models for integrating culture, sport, and commerce. The organizing committee is committed to developing the Jim Rogers Cup into an enduring, globally resonant platform that continuously fuels cross-sector innovation and regional growth.