At the short-course Swimming World Championships in Budapest, Tang Qianting made history for China by winning her first gold medal in the women's 100m breaststroke on the competition's third day.
Tang, the gold medalist from the 2024 Doha World Championships, delivered an outstanding performance in the semi-finals, swimming the distance in 1 minute 2.37 seconds. This time placed her just 0.01 second shy of the world record, highlighting her elite status in the sport.
The victory not only marks a significant milestone in Tang's swimming career but also brings pride to her supporters and fellow athletes. As the Championships progress, all eyes will be on Tang to see if she can maintain her top form and possibly set a new world record.
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Tang, Qin win breaststroke golds at Swimming World Championships
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