Chinese swimmer Yu Zidi, 12, becomes youngest medallist in World Championships history

Chinese swimmer Yu Zidi, at just 12 years old, has made history as the youngest medallist in World Aquatics Championships, earning a bronze in the women’s 4x200m freestyle relay in Singapore. Although she did not swim in the final, her preliminary participation contributed to the team’s podium finish, prompting discussions about age eligibility rules in the sport.

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