Chinese track legend Su Bingtian, the man who helped clinch a historic relay bronze in Tokyo 2020, is rooting hard for his teammates in Paris—even if he’s not racing this time. 🏅 The 34-year-old sprinter, now in Paris as a spectator, shared his hopes and heartaches with CGTN Sports Scene, emphasizing the grit behind the glamour of Olympic dreams.
💬 'I’m crossing my fingers for everyone’s safety,' Su said, reflecting on veteran pole vaulter Li Ling’s last-minute withdrawal due to injury. 'These athletes pour years into this moment. Seeing them sidelined hits hard.'
Su, part of China’s iconic 4x100m relay team that made history in Tokyo, believes the next generation is ready to sprint past old records. 🌟 'The young guns this year? They’re fast. They’re already outperforming us veterans. I can’t wait to see them shine in Paris.'
But Su’s own Olympic journey has reached the finish line. 🛑 'No more Games for me,' he confirmed, hinting at a potential comeback at next year’s National Games if his body cooperates. For now, he’s passing the baton—literally—to China’s rising sprint stars.
As the Paris Games unfold, all eyes will be on whether China’s new track talents can turn Su’s faith into medals. 🔥 One thing’s certain: the legacy of Asian sprinting is sprinting forward.
