The World Aquatics Championships in Singapore delivered a wave of excitement as top swimmers from around the globe put on a dazzling display! In a standout moment, France's Leon Marchand broke the limits by setting a new world record in the men's 200m individual medley, lighting up the event with his record-breaking pace. 🏊♂️
Meanwhile, China added two silver and two bronze medals to its overall tally. In the mixed 4×100m medley relay final, China's dynamic squad—Xu Jiayu, Qin Haiyang, Zhang Yufei, and Wu Qingfeng—clocked 3:39.99 to secure the silver. Neutral Athletes B propelled ahead, setting a World Championships record by finishing in 3:37.97 for gold, while Canada rounded out the podium with bronze. Notably, defending champions the USA did not qualify for the final.
In the women's 200m freestyle final, China's Li Bingjie turned heads with an electrifying comeback in the last 50 meters, finishing in 1:54.52 to claim silver. Having already earned silver in the 400m freestyle earlier in the week, Li expressed her satisfaction at improving her personal best by more than a second, and she's now all set for the 800m freestyle. Australia's Mollie O'Callaghan grabbed gold, with Claire Weinstein from the USA taking bronze.
These thrilling performances underscore the relentless spirit and talent of athletes at Singapore Worlds. From smashing records to securing hard-fought medals, the event continues to inspire both emerging athletes and fans across South and Southeast Asia. Keep riding the wave of excitement and stay tuned for more amazing moments! 🔥
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China adds 2 silvers, Marchand sets world record at Singapore Worlds
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