In an unforgettable race at the 2024 Paris Olympics, China’s men’s 4x100m medley relay team dethroned the United States, ending their 40-year winning streak in this event. The American team, which had won 10 consecutive Olympic golds in the medley relay, was overtaken by China in a dramatic final.
The Chinese relay team, composed of Xu Jiayu, Qin Haiyang, Sun Jiajun, and Pan Zhanle, delivered a powerful performance, clocking in at 3:27.46 to claim the gold medal. The USA, despite leading at two points during the race, could not maintain their advantage and finished with a silver medal at 3:28.01. France completed the podium by taking the bronze with a time of 3:28.38.
This race marks a historic moment in Olympic swimming, as China finally broke the USA’s stronghold on the men’s 4x100m medley relay, a title they had held for four decades. The Chinese team’s victory is a testament to their skill, determination, and teamwork.
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