China Sweeps Ski Mountaineering Podiums at Harbin Asian Winter Games, Aims for Olympic Glory

China Dominates Ski Mountaineering at Harbin Asian Winter Games

China's ski mountaineering team showcased its dominance at the Harbin Asian Winter Games, achieving a clean sweep of all podium positions in the mixed relay event. This impressive feat marks a significant milestone for the young national team, which has made rapid progress in recent years.

The mixed relay final saw Chinese athletes Cidanyuzhen and Buluer secure the gold medal with a time of 27:48.67 minutes. Their teammates Yu Jingxuan/Bi Yuxin and Suolangquzhen/Liu Jianbin followed closely behind, claiming the silver and bronze medals respectively.

This victory comes after China's earlier dominance in the men's and women's sprint races, where Buluer and Cidanyuzhen clinched the gold medals. The sport's debut at the Harbin Games provided a platform for China to demonstrate its growing strength in ski mountaineering.

Zhang Yaohua, the Chinese ski mountaineering team coach, expressed his satisfaction with the athletes' performance, stating that they achieved their goal of gearing up for the 2026 Winter Olympics. He acknowledged the gap between Chinese athletes and their European counterparts but emphasized the team's rapid progress and determination to close the gap.

The Harbin Asian Winter Games also witnessed China's clean sweep of podium finishes in the women's freeski big air, with Liu Mengting securing her second gold medal after her freeski slopestyle title. Additionally, Chinese athletes triumphed in both the men's and women's 4x5km and 4x7.5km cross-country skiing relays.

These achievements highlight the success of China's investment in snow sports, which has led to a growing pool of skilled athletes and a strong talent pipeline. The legacy of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics continues to inspire and empower Chinese athletes to strive for excellence on the international stage.

As the athletes set their sights on the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, their dedication and determination will undoubtedly propel them towards achieving even greater heights.