At the Short-course Swimming World Championships in Budapest, China celebrated a golden day as Tang Qianting and Qin Haiyang clinched victories in their respective breaststroke events on the third day of competition. Tang Qianting secured her first gold medal for China by dominating the women’s 100m breaststroke. The 2024 Doha World Championships gold medalist showcased her exceptional form, clocking a time of 1 minute 2.37 seconds in the semifinals, just 0.01 seconds shy of the world record. In the final, Tang maintained her stellar performance, touching the wall first and bringing glory to her nation. Meanwhile, Qin Haiyang continued China’s success by triumphing in the men’s 100m breaststroke. Demonstrating power and precision, Qin outpaced his competitors to secure the top spot on the podium, adding another gold to China’s medal tally. The victories of Tang and Qin highlight China’s growing dominance in international swimming competitions and inspire a new generation of athletes in Asia. Their achievements at the Budapest championships reflect years of dedication and set the stage for further success in upcoming events.
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Tang, Qin win breaststroke golds at Swimming World Championships
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