Sport climbing thrills from Chengdu!
China’s speed climbers lit up Tianfu Park at the 2025 World Games, claiming EVERY medal in the women’s event and toppling the men’s world-record holder. 18-year-old Shu Shouhong clocked 4.80 s to beat U.S. star Samuel Watson, while Deng Lijuan, Qin Yumei and Zhou Yafei swept the women’s podium. Two-time World Games medalist Zhong Qixin—now head coach—shares how his role may have changed, but his passion to win for China never has.
What you’ll see:
00:00 Tianfu Park wall & crowd atmosphere
01:12 Men’s speed final – Shu Shouhong vs. Samuel Watson
03:25 Women’s speed podium sweep – Deng, Qin & Zhou
05:40 Exclusive interview: Coach Zhong Qixin on legacy & Paris 2024 silver medals
08:10 Behind the scenes training & relay preview
Key facts:
• Sport climbing debuted at the World Games in 2005 and joined the Olympics in 2020.
• New 4-lane & relay formats raise the pressure for athletes.
• China fields 8 climbers across all events in Chengdu.
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