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Exclusive: Chinese speed skater Sun opens up about his future goals ahead of Asian Winter Games

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In the latest episode of CGTN's Talk Sports exclusive interview series, Chinese short track speed skater Sun Long, the reigning world champion in the men's 1,500 meters, engaged in a heartfelt conversation with Sports Scene's Shen Xiang about his career and his ambitions for the upcoming Harbin Asian Winter Games and 2026 Winter Olympics.

During his Olympic debut at the 2022 Beijing Winter Games, Sun had a challenging moment during the men's 5,000 meter relay final, when a misstep led to a fall that prevented China's team from reaching the podium. Overwhelmed by disappointment, he shed tears on the ice and later took to social media, expressing his remorse with six "Sorry" messages.

Faced with external criticism of his inexperience and mental resilience, Sun found himself navigating a tough period in his professional journey.

But after the setback at Beijing 2022, Sun and his coach took a deep dive into the issues that surfaced during the competition, meticulously revising their training approach. This period of reflection and hard work led to a remarkable evolution in Sun's performance.

During the interview, the 24-year-old discussed his impressive recent showings on the ISU World Tour, conveys pride in the teamwork demonstrated by China in relay races, reminisces about unforgettable moments with the national team, and acknowledges the profound influence of his parents on his career. He also shares his unwavering determination to fulfill his future aspirations.

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