Get ready to cheer, because China's diving sensation Quan Hongchan is back and aiming for the stars at the Paris Olympics! 🇫🇷💦
At just 17 years old, Quan is no stranger to the spotlight. Remember when she stunned the world at the Tokyo Games three years ago? She was the youngest athlete on the Chinese team and dove straight into our hearts, clinching gold in the women's 10m platform with a record-breaking score of 466.20 points! 🥇✨
Since that epic moment, Quan has been honing her skills under the guidance of the legendary five-time Olympic gold medalist Chen Ruolin. Talk about a dream team! Together, they've racked up titles at the World Cup, Asian Games, and World Championships. 🏆🌍
Now, Quan is teaming up with fellow diving powerhouse Chen Yuxi for both individual and synchronized events in Paris. The duo is set to make a splash, and we can't wait to see their gravity-defying dives! 🤸♀️🤸♀️
Tackling the challenging 207C dive has been no easy feat, but Quan's hard work is paying off. Earlier this year in Doha, she nailed it, beating Chen Yuxi for her first individual World Championship title. Talk about making waves! 🌊👏
\"When I was a kid, I simply loved diving,\" Quan shared. \"Now it feels like more than just passion; it has become my profession. When you compete, you represent a nation and not just yourself. My wish for the team is that we can all stand on the podium.\" 🇨🇳❤️
With maturity beyond her years and an unstoppable drive, Quan Hongchan is set to shine brighter than ever in Paris. Get ready, world—this diving prodigy is just getting started! 🚀
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Chinese diver Quan Hongchan ready for her second Olympics in Paris
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