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Zhang Zhanshuo wins seventh gold at Asian Games swimming events

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 10:39 AM

Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Zhang Zhanshuo wins seventh gold at Asian Games swimming events

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Zhang Zhanshuo capped off a remarkable performance at the Asian Games by winning the 400-meter freestyle on September 25 in Nagoya, Japan. His victory marks the completion of a sweep of seven gold medals during the swimming competitions. Zhang's achievements include individual wins in the 1,500, 800, and 200-meter freestyle events, along with three relay golds. China dominated the swimming segment, claiming a record 30 gold medals throughout the meet, surpassing their previous total of 28 from three years ago. Japan followed with seven golds and a total of 37 medals, while Shin Ohashi set a world record in the 200-meter breaststroke.

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•Zhang wins 400m freestyle in 3:41.28, near world record.
•China wins 30 gold medals overall in swimming.
•Japan secures seven golds and 37 medals during the event.
•Shin Ohashi sets world record in 200m breaststroke.
•Yu Zidi wins multiple events, showcasing future potential.

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10:39 AMYahoo Sports — Chinese swimmer Zhang Zhanshuo completes sweep of seven gold medals at the Asian Games

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Chinese freestyler Zhang Zhanshuo completed his sweep of seven gold medals at the Asian Games, taking the 400-meter freestyle in 3 minutes, 41.28 seconds on Friday on the final day of swimming events. Zhang also won the 1,500, 800 and 200 free and added gold in three relays. The Chinese won a record 30 gold medals — and 54 overall — during the six days of swimming at these Asian Games and surpassed the 28 gold medals they won three years ago in Hangzhou.
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Yahoo SportsSep 25, 2026, 10:39 AM
Chinese swimmer Zhang Zhanshuo completes sweep of seven gold medals at the Asian Games
Chinese freestyler Zhang Zhanshuo completed his sweep of seven gold medals at the Asian Games, taking the 400-meter freestyle in 3 minutes, 41.28 seconds on Friday on the final day of swimming events. Zhang also won the 1,500, 800 and 200 free and added gold in three relays. The Chinese won a record 30 gold medals — and 54 overall — during the six days of swimming at these Asian Games and surpassed the 28 gold medals they won three years ago in Hangzhou.

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