Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic gold medalists Sui Wenjing and Han Cong marked their competitive return to figure skating with a bronze medal at the ISU Grand Prix Cup of China in Chongqing. The pair, competing together for the first time in over three years, delivered a heartfelt performance set to music from the Chinese dance drama "A Tapestry of a Legendary Land," earning 130.47 points in their long program.
Despite minor technical challenges, including downgraded jumps and unstable landings, their total score of 202.92 secured third place. Georgia's Anastasiia Metelkina and Luka Berulava, current world junior champions, claimed gold, while Italy's Sara Conti and Niccolo Macii took silver.
The event highlighted Sui and Han's enduring artistry and resilience, drawing applause from fans eager to see the duo rebuild momentum ahead of future competitions. Their performance underscored China's growing influence in winter sports, blending athletic precision with cultural storytelling.
