At the short-course Swimming World Championships in Budapest, China’s Tang Qianting secured her first gold medal after a stunning performance in the women’s 100m breaststroke on the third day of competition.
Tang, the 2024 Doha World Championships gold medalist, clocked 1 minute 2.37 seconds in the semi-finals, just 0.01 second shy of the world record. Her impressive swim set the stage for an exhilarating final where she clinched the top spot.
In the men’s events, Qin also shone brightly, capturing gold in his breaststroke event and adding to China’s medal tally at the championships.
The successes of Tang and Qin highlight China’s growing dominance in swimming on the global stage, inspiring fans and athletes alike back home.
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Tang, Qin win breaststroke golds at Swimming World Championships
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