At the World University Games in Germany, Chinese divers showed off their incredible skills, dominating the women's 3-meter springboard event with an unforgettable 1-2 finish. 🥇🥈
Wang Weiying lit up the stage by leading from start to finish with a commanding score of 344.25 points to secure the gold medal. Hot on her heels, teammate Qu Zhixin earned silver by trailing just 25.70 points, while German hopeful Lena Hentschel delighted the home crowd with a well-fought bronze.
The excitement didn’t stop there. The Chinese women's 4×200 meters freestyle relay team—comprising Ge Chutong, Yu Liyan, Liu Shuhan, and Ai Yanhan—delivered a strong performance by finishing with an impressive time of 7:57.91. Even though they crossed the line first, the USA clinched the gold, leaving the Chinese squad with the silver.
Individually, Ai Yanhan continued her impressive run by advancing to the final of the women's 200 meters freestyle as the third fastest qualifier in the semi-finals. Meanwhile, Ge Chutong powered her way into the final of the women's 200 meters individual medley, adding extra thrills to the competition.
Over on the track, the drama was just as palpable. In the women's 10,000 meters final, Slovenia's Klara Lukan stole the show by setting a new event record at 31:25.84. China was represented by Ma Xiuzhen, who finished 12th, and Li Yingcui, whose result was disqualified.
Overall, the World University Games delivered a rollercoaster of sports action where talent, passion, and determination reigned supreme. For fans of high-adrenaline moments and world-class athleticism, these games continue to inspire and unite cultures! 🚀
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China dominate women's 3-meter springboard at World University Games
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