World · Malaysia Bureau
Japan's Ohashi shatters 200m breaststroke world record at Asian Games
Shin Ohashi claimed gold in the women's 200 metres breaststroke at the Asian Games, lowering the world record previously held by China's Qin Haiyang. The Japanese swimmer's dominant performance underscored her status as one of Asia's premier aquatic athletes.
LSN Malaysia ·
Shin Ohashi of Japan delivered a commanding performance in the 200 metres breaststroke final, capturing the gold medal while simultaneously erasing the world record set by Chinese swimmer Qin Haiyang in 2023.
Ohashi's record-breaking swim represented a significant achievement in one of swimming's most competitive events, cementing her position among Asia's elite swimmers. The victory highlighted Japan's continued strength in the pool across multiple disciplines.
Kazakhstan's Denis Petrashov claimed the silver medal, finishing 3.84 seconds behind the champion. The performance reflected the depth of talent competing in the regional championship.
Ohashi's world record achievement comes as Asian swimmers continue to elevate their performances on the international stage, with the region producing increasingly competitive athletes across various swimming events.