China shines at World Aquatics Swimming World Cup 2024 in Shanghai

Reflecting on her achievements in 2024, Tang shared, "Winning a gold medal at the 2024 World Aquatics Championships in Doha in February gave me great confidence. In addition, the setbacks I faced at the Paris Olympics helped me grow significantly."

As the new season kicked off, Marchand and Douglass emerged as frontrunners in the overall World Cup standings, accruing 58.3 and 59.1 points, respectively. The French swimming sensation continued his dominance by clinching three gold medals during the championship, while Douglass of the United States celebrated two victories the Shanghai swimming pool.

Expressing his enthusiasm for the city, Marchand remarked, "It's my first time in Shanghai, and I love it. I am trying to meet new people and explore the city." The World Aquatics Swimming World Cup 2024 not only showcased exceptional talent and fierce competition but also highlighted Shanghai's growing prominence as a hub for international sporting events.

Li Junfeng contributed to this story.