Cali hosts Colombia's first national bridge championship

The inaugural National Bridge Championship was held in Cali, Valle del Cauca, bringing together athletes, coaches, officials and newcomers to promote bridge as an integral sport. The event was highlighted by the vice‑minister of Sport, who said, «Promover disciplinas como el bridge significa invertir en el desarrollo integral de las personas», emphasizing bridge’s role in developing critical thinking, cooperation, discipline and decision‑making skills.

Organisers noted that bridge is internationally recognised for strengthening memory, concentration, logical reasoning and teamwork. They also linked regular play to mental‑health benefits, such as preventing age‑related cognitive decline. The Ministry of Sport affirmed its commitment to supporting diverse sporting activities that foster social participation and personal development across Colombia.