Gong Lijiao Defies Odds, Wins Diamond League Shot Put Gold 🏅 - 🌍NewspaperAmigo

In a rain-soaked showdown at the 2024 Diamond League opener in Xiamen, China’s Gong Lijiao proved age is just a number. The 35-year-old shot put legend snatched gold from reigning world champion Chase Jackson (USA) and a star-studded field—but her post-victory vibe was all business.

Gong, who secured her season’s best throw of 19.72 meters, admitted: \"My warm-up wasn’t ideal due to the weather. Winning matters, but I’m here to break 20 meters.\" Talk about setting the bar high!

This win isn’t just about hardware—it’s a flex of resilience. Gong, a 2020 Olympic champion, continues to redefine longevity in a sport dominated by younger athletes. Her showdown with Jackson, dubbed a \"clash of titans\" by fans, kept viewers glued as the lead swapped hands multiple times.

What’s next? Gong’s eyes are locked on the Paris Olympics. If this performance is a teaser, the shot put circle might soon witness history—one powerful heave at a time.