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WATCH: Chongqing greets Steph Curry with magical drone show during Curry Brand tour

Steph Curry begins off his Curry Brand World Tour in Chongqing with a breathtaking drone show.

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Steph Curry was welcomed in Chongqing with a spectacular drone show as he launched his Curry Brand World Tour.

The NBA star is set to debut Curry Con, a three-day basketball culture festival in China, marking the first time his Curry Camp is held outside the U.S.

Steph Curry officially began his Curry Brand World Tour in China on Sunday. After his arrival in Chongqing, Curry was welcomed with a magical drone show that lit up the city skyline.

Thousands of drones displayed a basketball swishing through a net in the sky. The ball itself even bore Curry's signature, adding a personal touch.

Videos of the show went viral on social media in no time, with fans praising the grand welcome as proof of Curry's massive popularity.

“They ain't doing this for LeBron. They ain't doing this for Jordan. Face of the league,” @acoustic_play wrote.

 

 

“W Glaze,” @1896Leonardinho said.

 

 

“Foreign country doing more for him than the warriors front office,” @dfoley33 commented.

 

 

“They always show Steph so much love in China,” @PhatLovesKicks wrote.

 

 

“China loves Steph more than Joe Lacob does 😭😭😭,” @hbkn1997 said.

 

 

Steph Curry's partnership with Under Armour marks a historic milestone, as his renowned Curry Camp will be hosted outside the United States for the first time ever. The three-day function will also debut Curry Con, a basketball culture convention.

Steph Curry opens up on excitement for Curry Con

Steph Curry's trips to China are getting a big boost this year with the debut of Curry Con. Since first visiting China in 2014, Curry has formed a strong bond with the fans, but this will be the first he unveils an event of this scale.

“We’re taking Curry Camp to China; we’re doing something called ‘CurryCon,’ which is kind of wild to think about -- an interactive experience based on my journey,” Curry spoke about it. “I’m excited about it.”

 

 

Details of the event were shared in a July statement, labeling the event as a dynamic three-day festival in Chongqing open for fans across Asia. As per Under Armour:

“This dynamic 3-day fest in Chongqing, open to all fans across Asia, will serve as a hub for innovation and fan engagement, fostering a vibrant community around the brand,” Under Armor wrote.

 

 

“Attendees will have the chance to explore interactive exhibits, discover the latest product innovations, engage in sports sessions with athletes, and delve deep into the brand's rich history, core values, and forward-thinking vision for the future of sport.”

 

 

Curry has a busy week ahead of, packed with activities he hopes will take place smoothly.

 

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