Top athletes from China showcased their talents on the world stage during the third day of the Paris Olympics, earning a series of impressive victories across various sports.
Lian Junjie and Yang Hao celebrated their gold medal win in the men’s synchronized 10m platform diving event, marking a standout performance at the Aquatics Centre in Saint-Denis, north of Paris, on July 29, 2024.
Xu Jiayu secured a silver medal in the Men’s 100m backstroke final, adding to his previous two silver medals from the 2016 Olympics. Xu’s achievement continues his legacy as the first male swimmer from China to win an Olympic medal in the backstroke.
In the women’s 100m breaststroke, world champion Tang Qianting earned a silver medal, with South Africa’s Tatjana Schoenmaker taking the gold, the country’s first at the Paris Games.
China’s men’s gymnastics team claimed silver in the team final, celebrating on the podium alongside gold medalist Japan and bronze medalist USA at the Bercy Arena in Paris.
Hong Kong’s Cheung Ka-long defended his title in men’s foil, winning gold after a thrilling 15-14 victory over Italy’s Filippo Macchi in a closely contested match.
The Chinese women’s volleyball team advanced with a 3-2 victory in the preliminary round against the U.S., showcasing their skill and determination.
In table tennis, Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha triumphed in the mixed doubles semifinals, defeating South Korea’s Lim Jong-hoon and Shin Yu-bin 4-2. The pair will face Ri Jong-sik and Kim Kum-yong of DPRK in the finals.