This Saturday, Xiamen lights up as the first stop for this year’s World Athletics Diamond League, marking the third consecutive year the city hosts this spectacular event! The meet is set to dazzle with elite athletes from over 50 countries and regions, including 19 Olympic gold medalists, 27 world champions, and 10 world record holders.
Last year, the excitement hit new heights when Mondo Duplantis soared to set a pole vault world record of 6.24 meters. This year, the action continues as the Chinese mainland sends top-tier athletes such as two-time world champion women's shot-putter Gong Lijiao, men’s 200 meters Asian record holder Xie Zhenye, Paris Olympics discus silver medalist Feng Bin, Tokyo Olympics men's triple jump silver medalist Zhu Yaming, along with Song Jiayan, Li Chenyang, and Wu Yanni.
From heart-racing sprints to record-breaking leaps, this Diamond League stop promises unforgettable moments that every sports fan will appreciate. Get ready to cheer, be inspired, and catch some epic highlights—let’s enjoy the thrill together! 🚀✨
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World Athletics Diamond League Xiamen stop to begin on Saturday
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