Have you ever wondered what it takes to bounce back after a big disappointment? Meet Sun Long, a 24-year-old Chinese short track speed skater who knows all about turning setbacks into comebacks! ⛸✨
Sun Long is the reigning world champion in the men’s 1,500 meters. But his journey hasn’t always been smooth ice. During his Olympic debut at the 2022 Beijing Winter Games, Sun faced a tough moment. In the men’s 5,000-meter relay final, he stumbled and fell, and China’s team missed out on a medal. Feeling heartbroken, he even posted six “Sorry” messages on social media to express his remorse. 😢
After that, people questioned if he was too inexperienced or not strong enough mentally. But did Sun give up? No way! 💪 He and his coach looked closely at what went wrong and worked hard to improve. They changed their training and focused on getting better.
Now, Sun Long is shining brighter than ever! 🌟 In recent competitions on the ISU World Tour, he’s shown amazing performances. He feels super proud of his team’s teamwork in relay races and loves remembering fun times with the national team. Sun also talks about how much his parents have helped him along the way. ❤️
As he gets ready for the upcoming Harbin Asian Winter Games and the 2026 Winter Olympics, Sun is more determined than ever to reach his dreams. He wants everyone to know that with hard work and a positive attitude, you can overcome any challenge!
“Falling down happens,” Sun says, “but it’s how you get back up that counts!” So next time you face a bump in the road, remember Sun Long’s story and keep pushing forward! 🏃♂️🌠
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Exclusive: Speed skater Sun Long opens up ahead of Asian Winter Games
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