China achieved its inaugural gold medal in the discipline of diving during the initial day of complete competition at the Paris Olympics. This remarkable achievement sets a strong precedent for the highly esteemed duo of Chang Yani and Chen Yiwen.
China has consistently asserted its dominance in the realm of diving, consistently showcasing exceptional skills. During the Tokyo Olympics, they achieved remarkable success by triumphing in a staggering 7 out of 8 gold medal events. Nonetheless, securing an absolute gold sweep remarkably stayed just beyond their grasp until now. Unwavering in their dedication and resolute in their endeavor, China's indomitable focus centers completely on attaining this exceptional accomplishment.
The Chinese team showcased remarkable expertise in the women's synchronized 3-meter springboard event, achieving an outstanding score of 337.68 points. The US team secured an impressive second place with 314.64 points, while the British team claimed bronze with a total of 302.28 points.
The Chinese duo mentioned above has demonstrated exceptional skill and dominance by securing gold medals in the last three world championships. They have earned widespread recognition as formidable competitors, making them highly anticipated contenders in the upcoming competition.
The American team meticulously observed the dives executed by the Chinese team, seeking to gain valuable insights and achieve synchronization in their own performances. As a result, they flawlessly executed an identical sequence of five dives, mirroring their Chinese counterparts.
The audience, primarily composed of Chinese supporters enthusiastically displaying their flags, passionately exclaimed "jiayou"—translated as "let's go"—every time the Chinese athletes emerged for their diving routines.
The prestigious event was initially established in 2000, and Chinese women have consistently exhibited exemplary performance, attaining success in six out of the seven competitions. The sole defeat occurred in 2000 against Russia. It is noteworthy to mention that China emerged triumphant in Tokyo 3 years ago, with Shi Tingmao and Wang Han securing the top positions.
Since the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics, China has exhibited exemplary prowess in the sport of diving, garnering a substantial number of medals. China boasts the extraordinary achievement of securing an impressive 47 out of the total 64 gold medals awarded in this renowned event. Additionally, they have accumulated an admirable tally of 23 silver medals and 10 bronze medals in various fiercely competitive diving competitions.
Since the 2008 Beijing Olympics, China has been exceptionally successful, particularly in obtaining a substantial number of gold medals. In the following Olympic Games, China has consistently demonstrated excellence, managing to secure an impressive total of 27 gold medals out of 32.
These figures were compiled prior to the Paris event. Considering the likely addition of a gold medal, it is anticipated that the overall statistics will gradually increase throughout the duration of the Olympics.