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Asian Games close after fortnight of turmoil and teenage triumph

The 20th Asian Games recently wrapped up in Aichi-Nagoya, highlighting remarkable achievements by young athletes from diverse nations. China led the way with an astounding 169 gold medals, while Japan celebrated a historic total of 83. However, the event was not without its hurdles, facing substantial logistical issues such as…

The Economic Times · Oct 4

Photos of record-breaking swimmers and more from the Asian Games’ first week

The first week of the Asian Games, the continent’s biggest multi-sport competition, saw Japan’s Shin Ohashi break the men’s 200-meter breaststroke world record and China’s 13-year-old Yu Zidi win three swimming gold medals.

The Independent UK · Sep 26

13-year-old Chinese schoolgirl Yu Zidi closes in on third Asian Games gold

Yu Zidi, the 13-year-old Chinese swimmer, has qualified for the women's 400m individual medley final at the Asian Games. She topped the heats with a time of 4 minutes 39.43 seconds, outperforming Japan's Mio Narita. Yu has already won two gold medals in Tokyo this week, raising expectations for her…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

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First Asian Games gold goes to Japan as China's 13-year-old Yu lights up pool

The first gold medal of the 20th Asian Games was won on Sunday by host nation Japan as a 13-year-old swimmer from China started in blistering form on the opening day of the multisports extravaganza. Even the rain held off, and I was in top form right up until I…

The Economic Times · Sep 20

Why the Asian Games are much bigger than the Olympics

The regional sporting event opens in Nagoya, Japan, on Saturday

The Independent UK · Sep 17

All aboard as Asian Games preparations enter 'final stages'; young athletes like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to take the stage

Next month, Nagoya will host the Asian Games, welcoming approximately fifteen thousand competitors ready to showcase their skills. Among them, promising young athletes like Alexandra Eala and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will take the stage, thrilling fans. Participants can expect unique accommodation options, including a cruise ship, as organizers aim to provide…

The Economic Times · Aug 18

All aboard as Asian Games preparations in Japan enter 'final stages'

The Asian Games are set to begin in Japan next month with many competitors. Teenage stars like Alexandra Eala and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will compete. Athletes will stay in diverse accommodations including a cruise ship. Organizers are finalizing preparations for the upcoming sporting event.

The Economic Times · Aug 18

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Chinese swimmer Yu Zidi, 12, becomes youngest medallist in World Championships history

The talented Yu has earned a relay bronze medal in Singapore

The Independent UK · Aug 1, 2025

Too Much Too Young?: Swimming's Dilemma Over 12-year-old Schoolgirl

Swimming is a sport well used to talented teenagers, but Yu Zidi's participation aged 12 at the world championships has sparked debate about how young is too young.

International Business Times · Jul 31, 2025

Summer McIntosh v Katie Ledecky: a generational duel set to define the world championships

Summer McIntosh and Katie Ledecky will collide in a blockbuster 800m freestyle final that headlines a world swimming championships packed with intrigue, rising stars and record threats

The Guardian - US · Jul 26, 2025

Twelve-year-old Chinese swimmer takes stunning times to world championships

Yu Zidi’s times at the Chinese national championships put her among the fastest in the world this season ahead and sealed her spot in three events in Singapore

The Guardian - UK · Jul 17, 2025

12-year-old Yu Zidi of China takes stunning times to the world swimming championships

Yu Zidi of China is only 12 years old and has qualified for the world swimming championships in Singapore

The Independent UK · Jul 17, 2025

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