China's young artistic swimming squad delivered a historic performance at the World Aquatics Artistic Swimming World Cup Super Final in Xi'an, securing seven gold medals out of 11 events. The three-day competition concluded Sunday with a triumphant team acrobatic routine, cementing the host nation's dominance in the sport.
Nineteen-year-old phenom Xu Huiyan emerged as the standout performer, claiming five golds across six events. Her technical precision and consistency shone through despite a grueling schedule that included the solo free bronze on the final day. "The intensity tested my stamina," Xu admitted. "With better energy management, I could’ve executed even sharper movements."
Coach Shen Yingsha praised Xu's resilience: "This was her first multi-event international competition. She surpassed all expectations." The rising star’s daily regimen includes up to 10 hours of training as she prepares for next month’s World Championships.
China’s success comes during a strategic transition period following their 2024 Paris Olympics victories. The team now blends veteran expertise with fresh talent like Xu, demonstrating the program’s depth ahead of major international competitions.
