At the Chinese mainland's 15th National Games in Guangdong this month, 16-year-old sprinter Chen Yujie stormed from lane seven to claim gold in the women's 100 meters, setting a new Asian under-20 record of 11.10 seconds.
Despite a sluggish start, Chen leveled with the pack by the 50-meter mark and powered down the home stretch, erasing the previous record and marking a breakthrough for teenage talent in the region. Guangxi's Wei Yongli took silver, while Anhui's Shi Linqi earned bronze in a tightly contested final.
On the men's side, Li Zeyang captured the 100 meters title with a commanding performance that fired up the crowd. His victory underlines the depth of sprinting talent emerging across provinces at this year's Games.
As the Chinese mainland's premier multi-sport event approaches its finale, these high-octane showdowns highlight a rising generation of athletes pushing boundaries on the track. With results like Chen's record run and Li's gold-medal sprint, the stage is set for even bigger international battles in 2026.
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Chen Yujie sets Asian U20 record, Li Zeyang wins men's 100m gold
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