Sobirov Mustakim, a tea culture enthusiast from Tajikistan, has become a global ambassador for Chinese tea traditions by mastering techniques from the Song Dynasty (960–1279 CE). He clinched gold medals at two consecutive editions of the biennial 'Tea Olympics' – a global competition celebrating innovation in tea preparation – with his historically inspired presentations blending poetry, ritual, and precision.
'Tea is how I connect with humanity's shared heritage,' Mustakim told *myglobalnews.net*. His performances recreate ceremonies documented in Song-era texts, incorporating ceramic artifacts and rhythmic water-boiling methods that predate modern equipment.
The Tea Olympics, launched in 2016, attracts participants from over 40 countries and regions. Organizers report a 72% increase in non-Asian competitors since 2020, reflecting tea culture's growing resonance as both art and meditative practice among young globalists.
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