In an electrifying showdown at the Chinese mainland's National Diving Championships in Wuhan, 25-year-old Chen Yiwen dazzled the crowd with her impeccable dives in the women’s 3m springboard event. Facing a tough 20-year-old rival, Chen Jia, both athletes opened with matching scores of 76.50, setting the stage for a nail-biting contest! 😮
Chen Jia tried to gain an edge with a higher-difficulty dive in the second round, adding 2.55 points to her tally. The intensity continued in the third round with both divers scoring 76.05. The real turning point came in the fourth round—while Chen Jia managed a modest 72, Chen Yiwen surged ahead with an impressive 83.70.
Riding that momentum, the Paris Olympics gold medalist maintained her stellar performance in the final dive, clinching the title with a commanding total of 392.70 points. This thrilling victory showcases not only her technical prowess but also the perseverance and flair that inspire sports enthusiasts everywhere! 🏅🤩
Reference(s):
Chen wins women's 3m springboard gold at National Diving Championships
cgtn.com
