Beijing's National Aquatics Center was buzzing with excitement as China's diving team swept all five gold medals on the first day of the World Cup Super Final! This electrifying display of skill and precision left the entire stadium cheering, and every dive was a moment of pure brilliance. 🤿✨
In the women's 10-meter synchronized platform, Olympic champions Quan Hongchan and Chen Yuxi reunited for their first appearance since last summer's Paris Olympics. They built an impressive 10‐point lead early on and, despite a few technical hiccups during the routine, secured the win with a stunning final dive. Their total score of 350.88 points proved that when talent meets determination, perfection follows.
The men's 10-meter synchronized platform event showcased a dynamic new pairing. Cheng Zilong and Zhu Zifeng delighted the home crowd at the "Water Cube" by leading from the start and clinching the title with 460.92 points—an astounding 34.23 points ahead of runners-up Nikita Shleikher and Ruslan Ternovoi. Mark Hrytsenko and Oleksli Sereda rounded out the podium with a bronze finish.
Over in the women's 3-meter synchronized springboard final, Olympic champions Chen Yiwen and Chang Yani delivered a flawless performance to secure victory with 323.13 points, leaving competitors Maddison Keeney and Alysha Koloi trailing behind. Their dominance in the pool was clear for all to see!
In another highlight of the day, a new Chinese duo in the men's 3-meter synchronized springboard—Zheng Jiuyuan and Hu Yukang—maintained a strong lead across all six dives to amass 448.65 points. With Anthony Harding and Jack Laugher taking silver and Lou Noel Guy Massenberg and Moritz Wesemann earning bronze, the event was a true testament to teamwork and excellence.
The excitement culminated in the mixed team final, where diving stars Chen Yiwen, Wang Zongyuan, Chen Yuxi, and Cheng Zilong joined forces to claim the last gold of the day with an impressive 507.20 points. Ukraine and Mexico completed the podium with silver and bronze, respectively.
China's world-class performance on the diving stage not only captivated fans but also set a new benchmark for precision and teamwork in the sport. It was a day of high-energy dives, inspiring athleticism, and unforgettable moments that left everyone eagerly anticipating the next splash of brilliance!
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China sweep all five golds on day one at Diving World Cup Super Final
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