Chinese diver Chen Yuxi cemented her dominance in the sport by winning her fourth consecutive women's 10-meter platform gold at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore on Thursday. The 19-year-old's flawless performance earned 430.50 points – nearly 63 points ahead of Germany's Pauline Pfeif – extending China's diving gold medal count to eight at this year's event.
Chen demonstrated remarkable consistency across all five dives, each scoring above 80 points. 'Every world championship has a special place in my heart,' said the Olympic champion, reflecting on her journey from her 2019 debut win in Gwangju to overcoming injuries in Budapest 2022. 'This time, despite physical strain, I delivered a 430-point performance. I'm very satisfied.'
Teammate Xie Peiling, 15, made an impressive World Championships debut with bronze (358.20 points). The rising star credited Chen's mentorship: 'She comforted me after semifinal mistakes. Her technique and consistency are what I aspire to.'
With eyes now turning to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics cycle, Chen remains grounded: 'I'm taking it step by step – starting again from zero.' The victory reinforces China's diving supremacy while showcasing both veteran prowess and emerging talent in the sport.
