In a thrilling showdown at the Chinese mainland's National Diving Championships in Wuhan, 25-year-old Chen Yiwen showcased her mastery on the 3-meter springboard, edging out her 20-year-old rival, Chen Jia, in a nail-biting contest.
The event kicked off with both divers opening strong, each scoring an impressive 76.50 points on their first dive. Chen Jia then attempted a high-difficulty dive in the second round to secure a slight lead, but in the third dive the duo were neck-and-neck with identical scores of 76.05.
The turning point came in the fourth round. While Chen Jia's score slid to 72 points, Chen Yiwen delivered a stellar 83.70, decisively shifting the momentum in her favor.
Riding the wave of her flawless performance and the prowess that earned her a Paris Olympics gold medal, Chen Yiwen locked in the victory with an extraordinary total of 392.70 points. The contest was a spectacular display of precision and resilience that left the audience in awe! 🏆✨
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Chen wins women's 3m springboard gold at National Diving Championships
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