In a thrilling display of speed and teamwork, the Dutch quartet of Xandra Velzeboer, Michelle Velzeboer, Jens van't Wout, and Teun Boer lit up the Capital Indoor Stadium in Beijing by shattering the mixed team relay world record. Clocking an impressive 2:35.339, they edged past the previous record of 2:35.427 set by Canadian skaters in December.
The electrifying performance in the quarterfinals kicked off the three-day ISU World Short Track Championships with a burst of energy. Despite the home team China facing a setback when Sun Long stumbled—resulting in a missed opportunity to advance—the spotlight remains on the sensational Dutch achievement. 🎉
This breakthrough not only marks a milestone for Dutch short track skating but also sets the tone for more high-speed action during the competition. Stay tuned for more epic moments on the ice!
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Netherlands breaks mixed team relay WR at ISU World Championships
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