The azure waves carry the flame of tradition—let’s join forces and embark on this journey together! The enduring spirit of the veterans is our faith; passing on the flame from one generation to the next is our strength.
Swimming poolmiddleRousingof theNot just competitionof theWaves
It’s also the warmth passed down through generations of sportspeople.
The 15th National Games WatermiddleCompetition arena
Countless moments transcend victory and defeat.
Let growth and the (list) go hand in hand.Such a story
Gently flowing in the emerald waters
Swimming: Veteran Leaders Steer the Way, New Stars Chase the Light
In the women's 200-meter individual medley final,
Yu Zidi with a time of 2 minutes and 7.41 seconds
Break Ye Shiwen’s 13-year-old Asian and national records.
The young woman, who regards Shi Ye Shiwen as her idol, confessed after the competition:
I never thought I’d break the record.
You need to know
13 years ago, when Ye Shi created a record
She hasn't been born yet.
On November 11, Hebei team athlete Yu Zidi competed in the event. In the end, she won the championship.
“Records are made to be broken.”
Congratulations to her for ushering in her own era!
Ye Shiwen’s wish is also a form of recognition.
It’s also a passing of the baton.
With this blessing
Yu Zidi will sprint toward even higher goals.
11On the 11th, Yu Zidi (left), an athlete from Hebei Team, embraced and greeted Yu Yiting, an athlete from Zhejiang Team, after the competition.
Diving:Mentor the new with the experienced.Twist ropes into torches
The final jump is over.
Chen Aisen steps ashore without wiping off the water droplets.
Turn around and bow deeply to the entire audience.
Putting an end to the five-game journey at the National Games.
Withstood the pressure in the men’s team’s crucial match.
A near-perfect performance helped the Guangdong men’s team achieve their eighth consecutive championship.
On November 3, the champion Guangdong team at the award ceremony.
Double10Taiwan's silver medal
It’s also a testament to his and his partner’s strength.
On November 7, the Guangdong team duo Chen Aisen/Zhu Zifeng, who won second place, celebrated with their coach at the award ceremony.
The 15th National Games at My Doorstep
For Chen Aisen, this is both an opportunity and a mission.
He transforms intoThe bridge of mentorship and guidance
Share competition experience and mental adjustment techniques without reservation.
A virtuous cycle of “experienced mentors guiding newcomers, and newcomers inspiring veterans,” coupled with a champion’s culture.
This is precisely the secret behind Guangdong’s enduring success in diving.
On November 7, the Guangdong team duo Chen Aisen/Zhu Zifeng competed in the event.
Flower swimming:NewOld Tongxin, fighting side by side.
The bronze medal of the Sichuan synchronized swimming team is engraved with the warmth of teamwork and mutual support.
Age range of the team14year
“90The “veterans” and newcomers fight side by side.
Veteran players help refine techniques and stabilize mental state.
The younger team members understand and appreciate the seniors’ hard work.
Trust and inclusivity are passed between each other.
The movements are as if performed by one person.
Behind the perfect lift lies countless rounds of coordination and refinement.
This age-transcending understanding.
Make the bronze medal even more substantial.
On November 14, athletes from the Sichuan team competed in the optional group skills event.
On November 14, members of the Sichuan team, who won third place, pose at the award ceremony.
Water Polo: Thirty Years of Dedication, Passing the Torch Along the Way
46Yu Lijun, age [age]
Written through the journey of eight National Games.“Persistence is a legend.”
From Top Athlete to Grassroots Coach
He fulfilled the handover of the mission with a sense of responsibility.
“If there’s a war, we’ll answer the call.”
For the younger teammates
He’s a teammate who charges into battle together with me.
It further stabilizes morale."Stabilizing Divine Needle"
Four goldsFour silverHis or her career may soon be coming to an end.
But the next generation of water polo youngsters he’s invested in nurturing through youth development programs—
Keep flowing onward amidst the surging waves.
True inheritance becomes ever more vibrant through the relay of generation after generation.
On October 25, Shanghai team players and coaches cheered each other on before the match.
These watersmiddleStoryTo haveThe warmth of a gentle, steady flow.
Teammate，Or opponent
All areThrust during the sprint
A lighthouse in times of confusion.
MedalPerhapsWill fade.
But the marks of growth, the power of role models, and the bonds of teamwork—
It will ultimately become the most precious footnote to the spirit of sports.
Shining brilliantly through the years.
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