China shines at World Aquatics Swimming World Cup 2024 in Shanghai

Shanghai's SPD Bank Oriental Sports Center served as the vibrant backdrop for the conclusion of the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup 2024 on October 20, with team China emerging triumphant with a total of 24 medals, including six gold, 11 silver, and seven bronze, following the intense three-day competition.

Drawing over 200 swimmers, including 19 Olympic champions, to engage in 34 individual races within the 25-meter short-course tournament, the event showcased a stellar lineup of top-tier athletes. Notable participants included France's Leon Marchand, Australia's Kaylee McKeown, Italy's Thomas Ceccon, Kate Douglass and Regan Smith from the United States, as well as China's Pan Zhanle and Zhang Yufei, among others.

Tang Qianting, a local swimmer from Shanghai, captured the spotlight by securing gold in the women's 50m breaststroke event, setting a new Asian record with an impressive time of 28.76 seconds. The 20-year-old athlete also claimed the top spot in the women's 100m breaststroke, equalling China's Qing Haiyang for the most gold medals attained within team China.