As the curtains fall on China's 15th National Games, fans are left buzzing from a tournament packed with emotion, drama and world-class performances.
This edition brought heartfelt farewells as shot putter Gong Lijiao, sprinter Su Bingtian and badminton star He Bingjiao hung up their boots. Table tennis legend Ma Long finally clinched the National Games team gold missing from his trophy haul.
In the women's singles final, a repeat of the world championships showdown in Qatar, Wang Manyu edged out rival Sun Yingsha in another seven-game thriller, proving the rivalry is far from over.
On the rise, 13-year-old swimming sensation Yu Zidi dazzled, bagging five medals and smashing an Asian record. Alongside stars like Quan Hongchan and Pan Zhanle, China's best athletes showcased their talents, hinting at the future of global sport.
From veteran farewells to teenage breakthroughs, China's 15th National Games illustrated why sport remains a powerful arena for growth and inspiration.
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China's 15th National Games: Sport emerging as a new arena for growth
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