The Chinese National Swimming Championships concluded in Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong Province, on Saturday. It was a day full of record-breaking performances and heart-pounding moments that had fans cheering both in the arena and online! 🎉
In the thrilling men's 400-meter individual medley final, Wang Shun and Zhang Zhanshuo put on a show. After leaving the pack behind during the butterfly leg, Wang built a two-second lead in the backstroke, finishing with an incredible 4:10.64 to shatter an 11-year-old record. Zhang, finishing at 4:11.86, also secured his spot for the upcoming World Aquatics Championships in Singapore, following a win in the men's 1500-meter freestyle just minutes earlier.
Young talent took center stage as well. In the women's 400-meter individual medley, 12-year-old Yu Zidi and 14-year-old Chang Mohan went head-to-head in an electrifying race. Yu clinched the title with a 4:35.53 finish, closely followed by Chang at 4:37.33. These impressive performances highlight a promising future for the sport! 🌟
Meanwhile, Wu Qingwen dazzled on the block by triumphing in the women's 50-meter freestyle with a dominant 24.18-second finish. Adding to the day's highlights, Pan Zhanle secured his ninth gold medal as part of the men's 4×100-meter medley relay team, finishing in 3:41.35.
From record-smashing swims to emerging young stars, Saturday's action in Shenzhen was one for the books. Stay tuned for more exciting updates on global sporting events that keep our hearts racing and our spirits high! 🏊♂️✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
