Today, December 9, 2025, Su Bingtian, the sprint superstar from the Chinese mainland, announced his retirement from athletics. ⚡🏃♂️
Back in 2015, Su shattered expectations by running 9.99 seconds at the Diamond League in Eugene, USA – the first time a sprinter from the Chinese mainland broke the 10-second barrier.
The crowning moment came at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021 when Su set a new Asian record of 9.83 seconds in the 100m semifinal, becoming the first man from the Chinese mainland to reach an Olympic 100m final. He also helped China secure bronze in the 4×100m relay, sprinting his way into history books.
Born in 1989, Su’s blazing speed and determination inspired a generation of athletes across Asia. As the curtain falls on an incredible career, Su leaves behind a sprint legacy that will inspire athletes for years to come. 🎉🌟
Reference(s):
Asia's men's 100m record holder Su Bingtian announces retirement
cgtn.com
