Sun Yang opens a brilliant chapter, or takes over from Liu Xiang to become a new idol

Sun Yang opens a brilliant chapter, or takes over from Liu Xiang to become a new idol The slogan of the 2012 London Olympics is "Inspiring a Generation"...

The slogan of the 2012 London Olympics is "Inspiring a Generation". Sun Yang, who has achieved many breakthroughs for Chinese swimming, broke a world record, and won 2 golds, 1 silver and 1 bronze, may "relay" Liu Xiang, who overcame difficulties and returned to the 110-meter hurdles track, to become the best example to inspire a new generation of young people.

In terms of competitiveness and contribution to Chinese sports history, Sun Yang's performance has been comparable to or even surpassed that of Liu Xiang, who won the gold medal at the Athens Olympics. Each of Sun Yang's Olympic medals has a historical breakthrough significance - his 400-meter gold medal is the first Olympic gold medal in the history of Chinese men's swimming; his 200-meter freestyle silver medal is the first medal for Chinese men in short-distance events; the 4.00-meter relay bronze medal he led the Chinese men's team to win is the first relay medal for the Chinese men's swimming team, proving that The overall strength of Chinese men's swimming has improved; his 1,500-meter freestyle was the first time a Chinese man broke a world record at the Olympics

21-year-old Sun Yang is the first person in Chinese Olympic history to win the "Double Gold" in basic sports such as track and field and swimming, opening a brilliant and gorgeous chapter in the history of Chinese sports. Mitbbs.com Chinese men's swimming reached its peak in the 1950s. Mu Xiangxiong, Qi Lieyun and others broke world records. However, due to various reasons, they were unable to participate in the Olympic Games. After that, Chinese men were silent for a long time and could only watch the "Five Golden Flowers" bloom at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. In the 1996 Olympics, Jiang Chengji ranked fourth twice, and in the 2008 Beijing Olympics, Zhang Lin won the runner-up, both of which were the best in history at the time. In London, Sun Yang finally realized the long-standing Olympic dream for Chinese swimmers! Mitbbs.com From a sportsmanship perspective, Sun Yang is comparable to Liu Xiang. At the London Aquatic Center, Sun Yang showed his champion temperament of "not admitting defeat and never giving up". Faced with various rumors hyped by the media, he took it indifferently when Park Tae-hwan regained his qualification for the finals. However, he roared and pumped his fists after winning the championship, proving that "the Chinese can win beautifully"! After that, Sun Yang supported Ye Shiwen, a young player who was being challenged by foreign media. With lightning speed in the relay race, he went from fifth place when taking over the baton to third place, overtaking the powerful teams of Germany and Australia, and won the first men's relay medal in the history of Chinese swimming. After the game, he was so tired that he collapsed on the ground, unable to lift his strength for a long time. Sun Yang said frankly: "Swimming the relay is much more tiring than swimming the individual events on my own, and is much more tiring than swimming the 1,500 meters. For the collective honor, I fought hard!" Mitbbs.com Even in the 1,500-meter freestyle final, when he started first because the scene was too noisy and could not hear the sound, it did not disrupt Sun Yang's firm belief in winning the gold. He vividly displayed the characteristics of the post-90s generation with a distinctive personality, the courage to fight, and the individuality and collective concept. He was as bright and dazzling in the world of swimming as the rising sun. Mitbbs.com Liu Xiang has experienced the glory of the Athens Olympics, the trough of withdrawal from the Beijing Olympics, the comeback after injuries and hardships, step by step reshaping his image and the climax of competitive status, showing his unusual ability to withstand pressure and perseverance. At the London Olympics, Liu Xiang was still plagued by injuries. Regardless of whether he could succeed on the 110-meter hurdles track, he was a hero who had experienced ups and downs and seen rainbows.

From the perspective of external image and personality labels, both Liu Xiang and Sun Yang have the common traits of super idols: masculine and handsome appearance, humble and fashionable personality, good at accepting new things, and strong affinity. In addition, compared with Chinese athletes in the past who were not good at talking, they are willing to be interviewed, speak humorously and have full personality, which reflects the style of contemporary Chinese athletes and their maturity, confidence and open mind. Mitbbs.com At the 2010 Guangzhou Asian Games, Sun Yang was known as the "Crying Brother" and cried when he won and lost. When he really won the 1500-meter freestyle at the London Olympics, he burst into tears in the swimming pool again. Although it is said that "a hero never sheds tears easily", Sun Yang's true feelings are even more touching. "At the beginning, I was the only one jumping into the water. When I was in the air, my mind went blank and I had no idea what was happening. Fortunately, I was able to continue the game and quickly adjusted my emotions. I want to prove that Americans and Europeans can break world records and win Olympic championships, and the Chinese can do the same!" Sun Yang said loudly. Mitbbs.com In internationally recognized sports, Chinese players generally lack the right to speak. Only Yao Ming, Liu Xiang, Li Na and their sports can be shortlisted. After the London Olympics, a new round of "idol baton" in Chinese sports was passed to Sun Yang. In terms of strength, age and project dominance, Sun Yang, born in the 1990s, can definitely maintain the advantage of "China's sun never sets" for a long time to come.

Sun Yang's success has triggered a craze for swimming learning in his hometown of Hangzhou, Zhejiang and even throughout the country. Hangzhou Chen Jinglun Sports School, which has produced Olympic champions such as Luo Xuejuan, Sun Yang, and Ye Shiwen, as well as world-class player Wu Peng, has its doors lined with children and parents waiting for training every afternoon. Mitbbs.com Outside the swimming pool, Sun Yang does not need to compare with Liu Xiang, nor does he need to be compared with Thorpe or even Phelps. What he has to do is to be himself and use his every struggle and every effort to inspire a generation. Mitbbs.com "I have just started. My next goal is the 2016 Rio Olympics!" This is Sun Yang's ambition after winning the 1500-meter freestyle. Mitbbs.com

Sun Yang breaks record in 1500m freestyle and collects second Olympic gold medal Mitbbs.com

News on August 5, Beijing time, the 2012 London Olympics swimming competition entered the final day, and the Chinese team won another gold medal. In the men's 1500-meter freestyle final, Sun Yang led the way and won the gold medal with a time of 14 minutes, 31 seconds and 02 seconds, setting a new world record at the same time. This is the 24th gold medal for the Chinese delegation at this Olympics and the fifth gold medal for the Chinese swimming team at this Olympics. This creates the best record of the Chinese swimming team at the Olympics. Mitbbs.com

Sun Yang dominated the 1,500-meter swimming pool, breaking the record and winning another gold medal. Mitbbs.com

Sun Yang is the world record holder in the men's 1,500-meter freestyle. He won the gold medal in this event at the Shanghai World Championships last year. In the preliminaries, Sun Yang ranked first with a time of 14 minutes, 43 seconds and 25 seconds. In the finals, he ranked in lane 4. Sun Yang's main competitors are Tunisia's Melori, the 2008 Beijing Olympic champion, South Korea's Park Tae-hwan, and Canada's Kochilani. Kochilani, Melori, and Park Tae-hwan are ranked in lanes 3, 5, and 7 respectively. Mitbbs.com

There was a problem with the gun at the beginning of the game. Only Sun Yang jumped into the water. Sun Yang in the water looked a little innocent. Sun Yang, who returned to the starting platform, signaled a pause, sat on a stool and adjusted a little to stabilize his mood. The second firing competition officially started. Park Tae-hwan took the lead in the first 50 meters, and Sun Yang ranked second. After 150 meters, Sun Yang has risen to the first place, and Park Tae-hwan ranks second. After that, Sun Yang maintained the lead. In the 200 meters, his time was 1 minute, 54 seconds and 31 seconds, and he continued to lead, with Park Tae-hwan still closely behind. At the end of the 300 meters, Sun Yang was still in the lead. Park Tae-hwan and Canada's Kochlani ranked second and third. The three of them formed the first camp. Mitbbs.com

Sun Yang's time in the 400-meter turn was 3 minutes, 51 seconds and 50 seconds. He swam very smoothly and his water skiing was quite effective. Park Tae-hwan and Kochlani were still ranked second and third. At 550 meters, Sun Yang was still leading by one horse. Park Tae-hwan and Kochlani had similar results, and they were still following Sun Yang. When turning around in the 600 meters, Sun Yang gradually opened up the distance between Park Tae-hwan and Kochlani, and his result was still ahead of the world record. Mitbbs.com

As the game progressed, Sun Yang was still very good in body control, and the splash on his legs was the smallest. At the halfway point of the race, he led with 7 minutes, 16 seconds and 15 seconds. Kochilani surpassed Park Tae-hwan and rose to second place. Mitbbs.com

800m Sun Yang firmly occupies the leading position. His result is 2 seconds ahead of the world record. The second-ranked Kochilani is nearly two body positions away from Sun Yang. After 900 meters, Sun Yang continued to lead on the field. Kochlani ranked second. Park Tae-hwan had slowly fallen behind. He was overtaken by Melori and fell to fourth place. Mitbbs.com

>Sun Yang's time in the 1,000 meters was 9 minutes, 43 seconds and 10 seconds. He had a clear lead, with Kochilani and Melori in second and third place. When Sun Yang turned around at 1,100 meters, his time was 10 minutes, 41 seconds and 73. He was far ahead of the other three competitors. Mitbbs.com

Sun Yang's advantage was unshakable when turning around at 1,200 meters. Kochlani and Melori were competing fiercely for second place, and there was a clear gap between Park Tae-hwan and the two of them. At 1,300 meters, Sun Yang's time was 12 minutes, 39 seconds, 2 seconds 16 ahead of the world record. His water skiing was very effective and he swam very easily. When turning around at 1,400 meters, Sun Yang's time was 13 minutes, 37 seconds and 53 seconds. He was far ahead of other opponents. Mitbbs.com

In the last 100 meters of sprint, Sun Yang's legs accelerated the water, and his water skiing speed also increased significantly. He completely left behind other opponents, setting a new world record in 14 minutes, 31 seconds and 02 seconds, and won the gold medal. He won his second gold medal in this Olympic Games. Mitbbs.com

After winning the championship, Sun Yang was so excited that he cried with joy. He hit the water with his fists. Melori, who failed to defend the title, also came forward to congratulate him. Kochlani won the silver medal in 14:39.63, Melori won the bronze in 14:40.31, and Park Tae-hwan finished fourth in 14:50.61. Mitbbs.com