Record-Breaking Performances Boost China’s Medal Tally in Athletics

Beijing, September 30 – China’s track and field squad concluded the Asian Games with a series of record‑setting performances that propelled the country to the top of the athletics medal table. The team added three gold medals on the final day, raising its overall count to 17 gold, 14 silver and eight bronze.

In the men’s 4 × 100 m relay, the Chinese team posted a time of 40.78 seconds, edging Thailand by just 0.09 seconds. The race was turned around by 17‑year‑old Chen Yuchie, whose powerful anchor leg secured the win. Chen also earned gold in the 100 m, silver in the 200 m, and contributed to gold‑medal victories in both the men’s and mixed 4 × 100 m relays.

The women’s hammer throw highlighted another milestone as 19‑year‑old Cheng Chiale threw 78.27 m in her fourth attempt, breaking the Asian Games record and taking gold.

Wu Hongchao’s triumph in the women’s 800 m, with a time of 2:04.49, completed a day of diverse successes across sprint, middle‑distance, and field events, underscoring China’s depth and preparation throughout the competition.