On the first day of the 2024 Summer Paralympic Games in Paris, Chinese athletes made a remarkable start, claiming four gold and one silver medals while setting multiple world records.
Li Zhangyu led the charge in the men’s C1 3,000-meter individual pursuit. In a thrilling final against his compatriot Liang Weicong, Li emerged victorious, setting a new world record of 3:31.338 during the qualifying rounds. Liang secured the silver medal, making it a one-two finish for China.
Adding to China’s golden tally, Wang Xiaomei broke the world record in the women’s C3 3,000-meter individual pursuit final. She completed the race in an astonishing 3:41.692, securing the top podium spot and etching her name into the history books.
With such a dominant performance on the opening day, China’s Paralympic team has set a high bar for the rest of the competition. Fans worldwide will be watching eagerly to see how the athletes continue to showcase their talents and break new ground in the days ahead.
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China begin 2024 Paralympic Games with four golds, one silver
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