China strengthened its diving supremacy at the World Aquatics Championships on Tuesday, securing two gold medals in dramatic fashion. The victories highlight the nation's continued dominance in precision water sports while showcasing emerging talent on the global stage.
New partners Chen Yiwen and Chen Jia delivered a masterclass in consistency, claiming gold in the women's synchronized 3-meter springboard with 325.20 points. The Chinese pair maintained composure throughout the event, finishing nearly 27 points ahead of British silver medalists Scarlett Mew Jensen and Yasmin Harper. Mexico's teenage twins Lia and Mia Cueva Lobato captured bronze in their world championship debut.
"Our focus was on executing our training routine," said Chen Yiwen, now a four-time consecutive world champion in the event. "Consistency over spectacle won the day."
The men's synchronized 10m platform final delivered edge-of-the-seat drama as Chinese duo Cheng Zilong and Zhu Zifeng overcame a mid-competition setback. After a fourth-round error dropped them to third place, the pair staged a remarkable comeback with a near-perfect final dive, clinching gold by 0.93 points with a total score of 429.63.
This latest success extends China's lead in the championship medal table, reinforcing its reputation as a diving powerhouse. The results carry particular significance as nations prepare for upcoming international sporting events, with athletes using the competition to gauge their readiness against world-class opponents.
