Sun Yang Triumphs in 400m Freestyle After Four-Year Doping Ban

The Chinese swimmer's return sparks mixed reactions amid ongoing scrutiny of the nation's doping record.

Sun Yang won gold in the men's 400m freestyle at China's National Summer Swimming Championships.
The victory marks his first major win since serving a reduced four-year doping ban.
Sun was initially banned for eight years for smashing blood vials during a 2018 test, later reduced on appeal.
His comeback follows China's intense scrutiny over doping allegations at the recent Paris Olympics
Despite his win, Sun's performance was significantly slower than his previous best, raising questions about his future competitiveness.