Sixteen-year-old Chen Yujie electrified the stadium at China's 15th National Games this week, claiming the women's 100m title with an Asian under-20 record time of 11.10 seconds. The Zhejiang athlete overcame a sluggish start in lane seven before surging ahead at the halfway mark, leaving seasoned competitors in her wake.
A New Star Rises
Chen's triumph gained added significance given the absence of top contenders Ge Manqi and Liang Xiaojing. Guangxi's Wei Yongli secured silver (11.35s), while Anhui's Shi Linqi took bronze (11.41s). The victory positions Chen as a strong prospect for China's 2028 Olympic sprint squad.
In parallel developments, Li Zeyang captured gold in the men's 100m final, though official timings remain pending. The games continue through November 25, showcasing China's next generation of athletic talent.
