China kicked off the International Skating Union (ISU) World Speed Skating Championships in Hamar, Norway, with a thrilling victory in the men’s team sprint on Thursday.
The Chinese trio—Xue Zhiwen, Lian Ziwen, and Ning Zhongyan—competed fiercely against a strong South Korean squad in the third group. Asian Games champion Ning, skating the final leg, propelled China to first place with a time of 1 minute 18.13 seconds.
The Netherlands secured the silver medal, finishing close behind with a time of 1:18.42. The United States claimed bronze, completing the race in 1:19.23.
In the women’s team sprint, China delivered a solid performance, finishing fifth with a time of 1:30.41. The Dutch team dominated the event, taking gold in 1:25.57. Canada earned silver, trailing by just 1.66 seconds, and Poland took bronze with a time of 1:27.80.
This victory marks a significant achievement for China’s speed skating team, showcasing their growing prowess on the international stage. Fans across the nation celebrate as the team continues to build momentum leading up to future competitions.
