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Chinese swimmer Yu Zidi, 13, won her third gold at the 2026 Asian Games by setting a new record in the 400m individual medley. Her time of 4:28.56 was the fourth fastest in the world this year. She joins Canadian Summer McIntosh as a top contender for the 2028 Olympics. Meanwhile, North Korean weightlifter Ri Song Gum broke three world records in the 49kg category.
At age 13, Yu Zidi swam 2:06.10 in the women’s 200m individual medley at the 2026 Asian Games, setting Chinese and Asian records as well as the World Junior record and moving to No. 2 all-time in the event behind Summer McIntosh.
Thirteen-year-old Yu Zidi won a second Asian Games swimming gold by taking the 200m individual medley in a Games-record 2:06.10 in Tokyo, just 0.4 seconds shy of the world record; she also claimed the opening-day 200m butterfly for her first major gold. Yu had previously become the youngest swimmer to win a World Championships medal, bronze at age 12 as part of China’s 4x200m freestyle relay.
Thirteen-year-old Yu Zidi of China won the Asian Games women’s 200m butterfly in a games record time of 2:05.08, signaling a breakout moment as she eyes a potential future Olympic run.
12-year-old Chinese swimmer Yu Zidi has gained international attention by winning a bronze medal at the World Aquatics Championships, setting records and drawing comparisons to Olympic stars, while experts caution against overhyping her to protect her development amidst China's intense sports culture.
12-year-old Chinese swimmer Yu Zidi made her debut at the world swimming championships in Singapore, qualifying for the semifinals in the 200-meter individual medley with a time close to her season-best, and is set to compete in three events including the 400 IM and 200 butterfly, showcasing her exceptional talent at a young age.
12-year-old Chinese swimmer Yu Zidi is making waves with record-breaking times that qualify her for the upcoming World Aquatics Championships, positioning her as a potential medalist and future star in international swimming.