In an electrifying display of speed and grit, Chen Yuanjiang of China clinched the gold in the men's 110m hurdles at the Chinese National Junior Athletics Championships in Taizhou, Zhejiang Province. Clocking in at 12.96 seconds, Chen not only surpassed his personal best but also broke the Asian junior record for 99cm hurdles, outpacing Japan's Shunsuke Izumiya by 0.23 seconds. 🏃💨
Competing in the fourth lane, Chen led from the starting blocks, steadily widening his gap to secure a dominant win. He revealed that he had been quietly aiming for this record for two years, choosing to keep his ambition under wraps until he could celebrate his breakthrough on race day.
The championships also showcased fierce competition in other events. Wei Liwei of Jiangsu dazzled in the women's 100m hurdles with a time of 13.94 seconds, holding off challenges from Hebei's Zhang Jingyun, while local talent Jiang Yuxuan claimed third place. In another highlight, Li Yuan from Beijing secured bronze in the women's 800m final, adding to her impressive medal haul from the 3000m, 1500m, and 5000m events.
Chen's record-breaking feat is a powerful reminder that dedication and hard work can shatter limits and inspire a new generation of athletes across South and Southeast Asia. Whether you're chasing deadlines or personal bests, let his story motivate you to break through your own barriers! ✨
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China's Chen Yuanjiang breaks men's 110m hurdles Asian junior record
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