Chinese diving sensation Quan Hongchan is set to make a splash at her second Olympic Games in Paris. At just 17 years old, Quan first captivated the world by clinching gold in the women's 10m platform at the pandemic-delayed Tokyo Olympics, becoming the youngest diver in the Chinese delegation and the nation's second-youngest Olympic champion with a stunning score of 466.20 points.
Under the mentorship of five-time Olympic gold medalist Chen Ruolin, Quan has continued to excel, securing individual titles at the World Cup, Asian Games, and World Championships. Her dedication and training have paid off, particularly with her mastery of the challenging 207C dive, which led to her victory over Chen Yuxi at the World Championships in Doha this past February.
In Paris, Quan will join forces with Chen Yuxi to compete in both individual and synchronized women's 10m platform events. Reflecting on her journey, Quan shared, \"When I was a kid, I simply loved diving. Now it feels like more than just passion, it has become my profession. When you compete, you represent a nation and not just yourself. My wish for the team is that we can all stand on the podium.\" This maturity and focus signal a promising future for Quan as she aims for podium finishes once again.
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Chinese diver Quan Hongchan ready for her second Olympics in Paris
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