Chinese divers dominated the men's 1-meter springboard final at the 2025 FISU World University Games in Berlin on Tuesday, with Zhang Wenao securing gold and Hu Yukang claiming silver. The victory underscores China's continued excellence in competitive diving while showcasing emerging athletic talent.
Zhang, who initially trailed in second place after scoring 69.00 points in his first dive, staged a dramatic comeback with a 77.50-point second-round performance. Maintaining consistent execution through subsequent dives, he finished with a commanding total of 425.85 points.
Fellow Chinese athlete Hu Yukang faced early challenges, plummeting to eighth place after two rounds. Demonstrating remarkable resilience, the 22-year-old steadily climbed the rankings through precise later dives, culminating in a 72.00-point final attempt that secured his silver medal position with 368.75 points.
German diver Tim Axer delighted home crowds by earning bronze with 354.80 points, marking the host nation's first diving podium finish of the games.
