Match Report for the 13th: Zhang Zhanshuo Claims Three Titles and Sets Three Records; Siobhan Haughey Wins First Gold, Making History

On November 13 at the Shenzhen Universiade Center Swimming Pool, all the "most iconic moments" of the 15th National Games swimming events were captured—five thrilling finals that ranged from epic one-on-one showdowns to unforgettable team-winning sprints. We witnessed an 18-year-old prodigy clinch a "triple-crown legend," watched Zhejiang's relay squad assert their dominance once again, saw Hong Kong athletes make history with their "first-ever breakthrough," and cheered as the post-2000 generation emerged as the rising stars of breaststroke. Every second in the pool that day was crafting a brand-new chapter for China's vibrant swimming scene!

[Individual Event "Clash of the Gods": 4 Swimming Powerhouses Win Fans with Their Pure Talent]

If the individual finals were described as "a solo showcase of genius," then the stage on November 13 was definitely "a gathering of gods":

✅ Zhang Zhanshuo (18): Wins Three Consecutive Titles

In the men's 800m freestyle final, Shandong team's Zhang Zhanshuo claimed the championship. Pictured here is Zhang Zhanshuo (right) on the podium. (Photo by An Lingjun, China Sports Photo)

🔥 Triple Crown Triumph: Dominating with a stunning time of 7:46.69, he clinched gold medals in the 200m, 400m, and 800m freestyle events, becoming the youngest-ever male freestyle "Triple Crown" winner in National Games history.

"After the race, the simple yet profound statement—'Focusing on being your best self is the ultimate form of transcendence'—reveals a clarity far beyond his years. And paired with Pan Zhanle as the "short, middle, and long-distance dual stars," he’s injecting youthful confidence into China’s swimming scene!"

✅ Siobhan Haughey (26): Hong Kong Wins First Swimming Gold Medal at the National Games

In the women's 200m freestyle final, Hong Kong's Siobhan Haughey clinched the gold medal. Pictured here is Siobhan Haughey (right) on the podium during the awards ceremony. (Photo by An Lingjun, China Sports Photo)

🔥 1 minute 54.85 seconds—making her the first Hong Kong athlete in Games history to win the women’s 200m title.

In the men's 200m butterfly final, Shandong's Xu Fang clinched the championship. Pictured: Xu Fang celebrates his victory. (Photo by An Lingjun, China Sports Photo)

✅ Xu Fang (22): 200m Butterfly "Comeback Against the Odds"—A Drama-Style Script Comes to Life

🔥 With1 minute 54.74 secondsA stunning performance secured a dominant victory! Not only did this result set a new personal best, but it also clocked nearly 4.6 seconds faster than the preliminary round time of 1:59.36—and an impressive 1.87-second improvement over the semifinal mark of 1:56.61—showcasing an explosive "the more you compete, the stronger you become" momentum!

In the men's 50m breaststroke final, Zheng Yinghao from the Shanghai team clinched the gold medal, while Qin Haiyang had his result disqualified due to a foul, leaving him just off the podium. Pictured is Zheng Yinghao. (Photo by An Lingjun, China Sports Photo)

✅ Zheng Yinghao (20 years old): 50m Frog "Flying Dive," Post-00s Generation Takes the Lead in Short-Distance Events

🔥 With26.97 secondsWhat an incredible performance—she pulled off a shocking victory! Finishing 0.35 seconds faster than her semifinal time of 27.32 seconds, she now claims the title in this event at the National Games.The only swimmer who completed the race in under 27 seconds, directly refresh your personal best.

The photo shows Zhejiang Team members Wu Qingfeng, Yu Yiting, Xie Yichen, and Xu JiaYu (from right to left) at the award ceremony. (Photo by An Lingjun, China Sports Photo)

[Team Decisive Victory: Zhejiang Team Dominates to Secure Gold, Further Enhancing Relay Powerhouse Status]

If the individual event was the "highlight," then Zhejiang Team's victory in the men's and women's 4x100m mixed relay was truly a team spectacle that sent chills down your spine—

✨ 4 Batting "Game-Changing" Hits: Each at-bat is a "Decisive Move"

In this relay race, the Zhejiang team took "team synergy" to the absolute limit:

• Starter swimmer Xu Jiayu clocked 52.58 seconds in the backstroke, laying a strong foundation for the team with his world-class backstroke performance.
• The second-leg breaststroker Xie Yichen took over in 59.88 seconds, firmly maintaining the lead position.
• The third leg, featuring butterfly swimmer Yu Yiting, delivered an efficient split of 56.34 seconds, widening the gap even further.
• Wu Qingfeng delivered a powerful final sprint in the fourth leg of the freestyle relay, touching the wall in 53.29 seconds to clinch the victory decisively.
  
  

From individual breakthroughs to seamless team collaboration, today’s pool session has proven: China’s “new generation” in swimming isn’t just about explosive performances from single athletes—they’re delivering all-around excellence that truly “blooms in full force”!

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