At the World University Games in Germany, Chinese divers lit up the competition with a stunning 1-2 finish in the women’s 3-meter springboard event. Wang Weiying, already no stranger to the podium with a silver from the 10-meter platform and a gold in the synchronized event, impressed everyone by leading from start to finish with an outstanding score of 344.25 points. 🌟
Teammate Qu Zhixin was right on her heels, securing silver with a solid performance, while German hopeful Lena Hentschel clinched the bronze much to the delight of the home crowd. The precision and focus on display truly had fans buzzing!
Over in the pool, the Chinese women’s 4×200 meters freestyle relay team—comprising Ge Chutong, Yu Liyan, Liu Shuhan, and Ai Yanhan—put forth a valiant effort. They finished with a time of 7 minutes, 57.91 seconds. Although the USA managed to grab the gold, the team’s performance earned them a well-deserved silver medal. 🏊♀️
Individually, Ai Yanhan advanced to the final of the women’s 200 meters freestyle as the third fastest qualifier, while Ge Chutong stormed into the final of the women’s 200 meters individual medley. These competitive performances highlight the athletic spirit driving these events.
In the track and field arena, Slovenia’s Klara Lukan stole the show by setting a new event record in the women’s 10,000 meters final with a time of 31 minutes, 25.84 seconds. China’s own representatives had mixed results—Ma Xiuzhen finished 12th and Li Yingcui was disqualified.
This exciting blend of diving, swimming, and track action not only showcases China’s dazzling athletic prowess but also inspires young sports enthusiasts across South and Southeast Asia to chase their dreams with passion. Keep shining and pushing the limits! ✨
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China dominate women's 3-meter springboard at World University Games
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