Mexico’s diving squad made waves at the 2024 Paris Olympics, clinching historic medals under the guidance of Chinese coach Ma Jin 🌊. The men’s synchronized 3-meter springboard team of Osmar Olvera and Juan Celaya narrowly missed gold, finishing just two points behind China’s reigning champions—a triumph Ma called ‘a breakthrough for Mexican diving’.
Olvera, 20, became the first Mexican diver in 58 years to win two Olympic medals (silver in synchronized and bronze in individual 3-meter), earning praise from Mexico’s president.
‘I’m thrilled they made history,’
Ma told CGTN Sports Scene, highlighting how her fusion of strict Chinese training methods and personal rapport fueled their success.
Having coached in China’s legendary ‘dream team’ system, Ma admitted the global gap in diving infrastructure but adapted her approach:
‘I blend Chinese discipline with charm—some divers find me scary, but it works!’
She hopes Olvera’s wins will inspire Mexico’s next gen to dive deeper into the sport 🏊♂️.
