China Secures Historic Gold in Table Tennis Mixed Doubles at Paris Olympics
Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha triumph over North Korean pair, marking China's first Olympic gold in the event.
Overview
- Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha defeated Ri Jong Sik and Kim Kum Yong 4-2 in the final.
- This victory follows China's missed opportunity in the event at the Tokyo Olympics.
- South Korean duo Lim Jong-hoon and Shin Yu-bin won bronze, beating Hong Kong's Wong Chun-ting and Doo Hoi-kem.
- The match was held at South Paris Arena 4, drawing many fans to support the Chinese team.
- Hong Kong's team acknowledged the significant gap between them and the world's top players.