China's Chen/Zhang sail to Tokyo 2020 women's synchronised 10m platform gold
2021-07-27
Chen Yuxi and Zhang Jiaqi of China compete during the women's synchronised 10m platform diving final at the Tokyo Aquatics Centre, July 27, 2021, in Tokyo, Japan. [Photo/IC]
TOKYO - Chinese divers Chen Yuxi and Zhang Jiaqi dominated the women's synchronised 10m platform, winning the gold medal at the Tokyo Olympic Games here on Tuesday.
Chen Yuxi and Zhang Jiaqi in action during the women's synchronised 10m platform diving final at the Tokyo Aquatics Centre, July 27, 2021, in Tokyo, Japan. [Photo/IC]
Chen and Zhang never conceded their leading position from the first dive en route to a winning total score of 363.78 points, over 50 points ahead of their nearest rivals.
Chen Yuxi Zhang Jiaqi reacts after winning. [Photo/IC]
Jessica Parratto/Delaney Schnell from the United States snatched the silver with 310.80 points, and the bronze went to Mexican duo Gabriela Agundez Garcia/Alejandra Orozco Loza at 299.70.
Chen Yuxi and Zhang Jiaqi of China pose for a photo after winning gold medals during the women's synchronized 10m platform diving final. [Photo/IC]
