China’s speed skating team just scored a major victory at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, clinching their first-ever bronze medal in the men’s team pursuit! The trio of Liu Hanbin, Wu Yu, and Li Wenhao edged out the Netherlands by a razor-thin 0.09 seconds, finishing with a time of 3:41.38 in a heart-stopping Final B race. 🚀
"We’re a united team with one goal: to bring honor to our country," said Li Wenhao, reflecting on the squad’s relentless drive. The win comes just days after Liu Hanbin’s personal breakthrough in the 5,000 meters, proving 2026 is a year of milestones for Chinese skating. 🏆
Ning Zhongyan, a 1,000-meter bronze medalist who skated in the semifinals, called the result "a huge encouragement" for the team. "This medal is priceless—we’ve fought hard just to qualify in the past," he added, highlighting the squad’s grit.
Italy snagged gold in the event, while Canada dominated the women’s team pursuit. But for China, this bronze isn’t just metal—it’s a symbol of rising ambition in winter sports. 🌟
