In an exhilarating display of speed and teamwork, China’s bobsleigh duo Li Chunjian and Shi Yaolong raced to a commendable sixth place at the IBSF World Cup held in Sigulda, Latvia. Competing against 19 top-tier teams, Li and Shi showcased their prowess in the two-man bobsleigh event, continuing to establish China as a rising force in winter sports.
The pair clocked a swift 49.81 seconds in their first run, securing the sixth spot heading into the second round. They maintained their strong performance with a second-round time of 50.03 seconds, culminating in an overall time of 1 minute, 39.87 seconds.
Fellow Chinese competitors Sun Kaizhi and Ye Jielong also delivered solid runs, finishing 13th overall with a combined time of 1 minute, 40.80 seconds. Their determination and effort highlighted the depth of talent emerging from China in the sport of bobsleigh.
The gold medal was claimed by Germany’s legendary pilot Francesco Friedrich, alongside teammate Simon Wulff. The duo completed their runs in a blazing 1 minute, 38.68 seconds, marking Friedrich’s impressive 49th World Cup title in the two-man bobsleigh category.
As the IBSF World Cup season continues, China’s bobsleigh teams are gaining valuable experience on the international stage. Their performances in Sigulda signal a promising future and inspire young athletes across the nation to pursue excellence in winter sports.
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China's Li and Shi finish sixth in two-man bobsleigh at IBSF World Cup
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