Clever tactic wins China Olympic gold and silver

At the 2024 Winter Youth Olympic Games in Gangwon, Chinese skater Yang Jingru delivered one of the most remarkable tactical performances in short track history during the 1500m final. Her clever strategy earned her gold and helped teammate Li Jinzi secure silver.

Yang Jingru accelerated hard in the opening lap, later rejoining the pack at the back to conserve energy. When the bell rang for the leader's final lap, several competitors mistakenly believed it signaled their own final lap. Li Jinzi, aware of the plan, attacked at the perfect moment, sealing a stunning one two finish for China.