Lin Yuwei wins gold medal in 100m hurdles
On January 1st, the Hangzhou Asian Games women's 100-meter hurdles final witnessed a thrilling race where Chinese athlete Lin Yuwei @LinYuwei_LYW emerged as the champion with a personal best time of 12 seconds and 74 seconds, surpassing Wu Yannian's performance at the Olympics. This achievement not only created the best Asian record this year but also met the standards for the Paris Olympics. In contrast, Wu Yannian was disqualified due to an early start, causing controversy among netizens on Weibo, China's most popular social media platform.
1 October 2023
Weibo netizens' reactions were divided, with some congratulating Lin Yuwei on her victory and praising her hard work, while others were more critical, focusing on Wu Yannian's disqualification and the hot search it generated. Some netizens expressed disappointment that Lin Yuwei did not obtain an Olympic spot for China, despite meeting the qualifying standards.
Inflammatory remarks by some netizens included criticism of Wu Yannian's behavior, with some claiming that her early start was intentional to gain attention and endorsements. Others criticized Lin Yuwei's low-key personality, arguing that she should be more vocal about her achievements.
The competition also saw other athletes like Liu Faye and Xia Sining emerge as popular figures due to their appearances and endorsements. However, the attention given to them was overshadowed by the controversy surrounding Wu Yannian's disqualification and Lin Yuwei's victory.
In conclusion, the Hangzhou Asian Games women's 100-meter hurdles final was a thrilling competition that saw Chinese athletes showcase their strength and determination. While some netizens criticized Wu Yannian's early start and Lin Yuwei's low-key personality, the majority praised both athletes for their achievements and their contributions to Chinese track and field. Despite controversy surrounding the competition, it ultimately highlighted the talents of Chinese female hurdlers and their dedication to
