Get ready to cheer, sports fans! 🎉 China's rising swimming sensation, Tang Qianting, is making waves ahead of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris. At just 20 years old, Tang is turning heads with her record-breaking performances and unstoppable spirit.
This year has been nothing short of magical for Tang. In February, she clinched her first world title at the World Aquatics Championships in Doha, finishing the women's 100-meter breaststroke in an impressive 1:05.27. But she didn't stop there! Two months later, at the Chinese National Swimming Championships in Shenzhen, she smashed the Asian record not once, but twice! She first clocked in at 1:04.68 during the semifinals and then outdid herself with a stunning 1:04.39 in the final. 😱 That's just 0.26 seconds shy of the world record held by the USA's Lilly King. Talk about speedy! 🏊♀️💨
\"Winning in Doha boosted my confidence big time,\" Tang shared with China Media Group (CMG). \"It was just the beginning, a great start that made me hungrier and more motivated to train harder.\" Her victories have not only shattered records but also ignited a fire within her to strive for even greater heights.
Currently, Tang is training with the Chinese national swimming team in Shanghai, gearing up for the Olympics. \"I'm willing to give my everything for the Olympics,\" she declared. \"Ever since I was a child, it's been my dream to win an Olympic gold medal. It's the pinnacle in this sport. I want to enjoy my journey to Paris with a relaxed mindset. As long as I keep that state of mind, I can perform well.\" 🌟
With her determination and talent, Tang Qianting is definitely a swimmer to watch. Will she bring home the gold for China in Paris? We can't wait to find out! 🥇🇨🇳
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Swimmer Tang Qianting ready to be a role player for China in Paris
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