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Zhang Claims Asian Games Gold Despite Nagging Injury

By Sports Desk · · Updated 2026-09-21 11:48 UTC
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Illustration: Tradingbird, based on a photo published by RTL Today

China's Zhang Boheng secured Asian Games gymnastics gold in Nagoya by outperforming Japan's Oka and Hashimoto, a result he attributes to improved maturity and successful management of a nagging injury. This victory positions him as a key contender ahead of next month's world championships in Rotterdam.

  • France 24 reports that Zhang described the contest as high-pressure due to his pre-event injury, crediting his recent focus on technical adjustments and mental growth for overcoming the difficulty. Meanwhile, rival Oka revealed he relied on injections and an oxygen capsule to manage his back pain, allowing him to complete his routine despite downgrading difficult skills.

    Source: france24.com

  • China's Zhang Boheng overcame pain to beat Japan's Oka and Hashimoto in Nagoya, signaling readiness for the upcoming world finals.

    Source: RTL Today
Based on reporting by RTL Today and france24.com, compiled by the Tradingbird desk.

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