Get ready to cheer, sports fans! 🌟 Yu Baiwei, captain of China's women's ice hockey team, is gearing up for a high-stakes homecoming at the 2025 Asian Winter Games in Harbin. In an exclusive interview with CGTN Sports Scene, the veteran player revealed her team's ambitions to 'make a breakthrough' at this year's competition.
🏆 A Historic Moment for Harbin
Born and trained in Harbin, Yu called the games a full-circle moment: 'This is where our dreams began. Now we're back to give our best answer to our hometown supporters.' With family in the stands and local fans roaring, the pressure is on – but Yu says it's fuel for greatness.
❄️ Home Ice Advantage
Playing on familiar ice could be China's secret weapon. Yu emphasizes the team's focus on showcasing their hard-earned skills from February 7-14. 'We want to prove how far Chinese ice hockey has come,' she told reporters, highlighting the significance of competing before domestic audiences.
Will this be China's breakthrough winter sports moment? ❄️🔥 Grab your hot cocoa and stay tuned!
