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Germany Extends Gold Lead at World Games as Wakeboarders Sweep Medals

Record-breaking feats by Germany’s rescue swimmers underline its commanding lead at the 2025 World Games

Unschlagbar im Becken: Nina Holt
Nina Holt (l.) jubelt zusammen mit Lena Oppermann
Nicht zu schlagen: Julia Rick (M.)

Overview

  • Germany leads the medal table with 11 golds after three days of competition in Chengdu.
  • Julia Rick won gold, Max Milde silver and Florian Weiherer bronze in cable wakeboarding to secure a full medal set for Germany.
  • Nina Holt added to her record haul by claiming her ninth gold and one bronze, making her the second-most decorated athlete in World Games history.
  • The German rescue swimming team broke the world record in the 4×25 meter Puppenstaffel with a time of 1:12.10.
  • Germany’s 211-athlete delegation spans 25 non-Olympic sports, demonstrating depth that underpins its medal surge.