China’s athletes shone brightly at the 2024 Paris Paralympics 🌟, with shot put star Zou Lijuan securing a historic milestone for her team. Her 9.14-meter throw in the women’s F34 final not only smashed her season’s best but also marked China’s 200th gold medal in Paralympic track and field since 1984!
From Surprise to Legacy 🥇
\"It’s even better than winning a gold,\" Zou told reporters, reflecting on her role in hitting the landmark number. Meanwhile, teammates Zhang Liangmin and Xue Enhui dominated the women’s discus F11 final, claiming gold and silver 🥈, while Italy’s Assunta Legnante took bronze.
Speed on the Track 🚀
China’s momentum continued in the men’s 1500m T54 final, where Jin Hua sprinted to gold (2:49.93) and Dai Yunqiang grabbed bronze (2:54.54). With 53 golds total, Team China remains atop the medal table, proving resilience and skill know no bounds.
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Zou Lijuan throws a milestone for China at 2024 Paralympic Games
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