China dominated Day 2 of the 2025 Chengdu World Games, securing three gold medals and one silver in a thrilling showcase of athletic prowess! 🌟 The standout moment came from karate queen Gong Li, who delivered a masterclass in the women's 61kg kumite final against Japan's Sarara Shimada.
🔥 The 25-year-old Fujian athlete, already a Tokyo 2020 bronze medalist and double gold winner at the 2023 World Championships and Asian Games, fought through adversity after a serious knee injury last year. 'This medal isn't just mine—it's for everyone who believed in me during my recovery,' Gong told reporters post-match, her victory marking China's first-ever World Games gold in karate.
💪 Gong's strategic brilliance shone as she racked up three early points, maintaining control despite Shimada's late rally. The win adds another chapter to China's growing legacy in combat sports, with two other golds secured in yet-to-be-announced events. Stay tuned as we track Team China's historic World Games journey! 🏅
