The Su God of the Reopening of the Sports Arena

Chapter 2436 A New Era Has Arrived! Full of Vibrant Faces

Xie Zhengye 19.65! Equaled the Asian record!
Igniting the entire venue once again!

In recent years, track and field in China has become increasingly captivating to watch.

The more you watch, the more addictive it becomes.

This guy.

That's a bit too much.

In such a challenging environment, who seems unhappy, and who seems dissatisfied?

In fact, Zhou Bing was in second place.

He also achieved his personal best.

19.89!

Breaking the 19.90-second barrier!

For these legendary figures, or for those aiming for medals in major competitions, this result might be just average and not much to say.

But for "ordinary" people...

This is yet another breakthrough in pushing one's physical limits.

Take Zhou Bing's early days of track and field training, for example.

You wouldn't even dare to dream of breaking the 20-second barrier.

Don't mention scores in the 19.80+ range.

Even if it's just opening 19.90 seconds.

They are all extremely rare.

So for him, this result is already very good.

They even saw a breakthrough of 19.90 seconds.

After all, it was something he never dared to dream of before.

He had nothing to be dissatisfied with.

As for winning, forget about it. Xie Zhengye went all out in this match, aiming to break the record.

This is something I cannot currently compete with.

It's possible that it won't be possible in the future.

However, this does not mean that his efforts were in vain.

I gave myself an explanation.

It is also a meaningful thing.

Liang Jiahong came in third place with a time of 20.25 seconds.

From this perspective, he also qualifies for the World Championships in Beijing. Xie Zhengye's wildcard entry to last year's Diamond League wasn't for nothing.

This finally gave Liang Jiahong the opportunity to participate in a major competition event after so many years.

For him personally.

It was also a huge breakthrough.

This is also an affirmation.

In previous seasons, Yuan Guoqiang advised him to focus more on the 200-meter event, and this strategy proved effective in his pursuit of individual events in major competitions.

Anyway, it's been 10 seconds since the 100-meter mark was breached.

And it's been opened twice.

He knew he had reached his limit in the 100-meter dash.

Since there's nothing left to strive for in the 100 meters, shifting the focus to the 200 meters is the most correct decision.

Currently, it seems that the harvest has already been achieved.

The fourth place went to Liang Jinsheng, whose time was 20.40 seconds.

Actually, he went inside too.

But judging from this, he might only be able to be on the substitute list.

Surprisingly, so many people made it to the qualifying score this time. However, it's a pity that the A/B standard restriction has now been lifted.

Therefore, even if you meet the requirements, you may not be eligible to participate.

However, being able to reach the passing grade is also an affirmation for the athlete, which can boost their self-confidence.

Fifth is Tang Xinqiang.

His time was 6.52 seconds.

Tom Cruise is still young, so it's not surprising that he achieved such a result.

And look at this result.

Wow, this is still within the passing grade!

In other words, even Su Shen...

I did not participate.

Five of us met the standard.

This is something that has never happened before in history.

It's really an exaggeration.

Li Tao said that this is the year he has seen the strongest overall performance in the 200 meters.

Those previous national records.

Right under the noses of these people.

It's already as easy as walking on flat ground.

Sixth is Pan Xinxingyue, whose time is 20.70 seconds.

……

"All five people are within the passing score."

"We have also improved in the 200-meter race."

"Although there is still a gap between our thickness and that of the other side, it is not as big as before, and our top 200-meter combat power is superior to theirs."

"This means that whether it's the 100 meters or the 200 meters, whether it's men's or women's, we have completely surpassed the track and field team of the other side."

"We are now the undisputed champions of Asian sprinting!"

"There is no longer any controversy!"

"Yes, if there's still any controversy about this, we should first check his nationality."

Li Tao and Yang Jian were in high spirits, teased each other for a while, and then got to the main event.

The 100-meter race in the selection competition.

Needless to say, a whole host of powerful figures are here waiting to begin.

Even in women's events.

They are all a group of people waiting to unleash their full potential in the finals.

Because it's very simple; whether you pass the competition or not doesn't depend on whether you get an "A".

As long as you're not in a super-strong wind, it's fine.

If that's the case, then the qualifying time is 11.33 seconds.

For our country's athletes now.

On this field.

Many people can probably achieve that.

"Alright, let's take a look at the contestants who have advanced in this women's 100-meter sprint."

"The first one is Xu Meilin."

"The second one is Tao Yujia."

"The third one is Wei Yongli."

"The fourth one is Chen Juan."

"The fifth one is Yuan Qiqi."

"Sixth, Ge Manqi."

"Seventh, Liang Xiaojing."

"The eighth one is Kong Lingwei."

There are a total of 8 lanes.

If Ersha Island weren't so short of people, it would probably be completely full.

The traditional training program has only two female students born in the late 80s left.

That's right, none of the people they trained in the 90s generation made it to the top.

It's still the post-80s generation that's keeping things going.

Their advancement was also achieved through replacements.

The main reason is that the others' individual achievements and abilities are far inferior to these people. Even Ge Manqi and Liang Xiaojing, who are considered to have weaker individual abilities, cannot be said to have weak abilities; they are just younger...

Both of them could be easily defeated.

So the two of them were just there to go through the motions.

There is absolutely no chance of advancing.

Even on their home turf at high altitude, it's the same.

……

June in Beijing isn't yet the height of summer, but the track and field stadium's synthetic track is already scorching hot, and the air conditioners under the white sunshade at the check-in area are whirring loudly.

The tension in the air seemed impossible to dispel.

The announcer's clear voice came through the loudspeaker.

The eight girls in the rest area almost simultaneously straightened up.

The women's 100-meter finalists are about to enter the arena.

Xu Meilin propped herself up on her knees, the white marks from the wear on her old sweatpants particularly noticeable. The dark stains from sweat on the back of her faded light blue team uniform, like her slow, deliberate steps, stretched down the fabric.

She held the frayed edges of her race bib and moved toward the first lane. The spikes she carried were worn down to the tips; they were an old model from two years ago that she couldn't bear to throw away after the race.

As she passed the equipment rack, she habitually grabbed a pinch of talcum powder.

The rubbing motion in my palms was so slow it felt like I was counting down the days.

Ten years ago, I did this move to make my starting force more powerful.

But now...

It's just about giving your empty palms some real tactile sensation.

Tao Yujia stood up, her loose high ponytail tied with a faded red hair tie, a few stray hairs sticking to her sweaty temples.

She didn't rush to the second lane. Her gaze swept past the track in front of her and landed directly on the Ersha Island training team area next to the check-in area. Under the sunshade there, young women were chatting and laughing around the coach. Their brand-new bright yellow sports uniforms dazzled in the sunlight, and their new spikes gleamed with the cold light of the untouched synthetic track.

Yuan Qiqi jumped around to warm up, swinging her arms quickly and forcefully.

Ge Manqi smiled and gave her a push.

Their laughter drifted over on the wind.

It's as crisp as I was when I first joined the team.

"Slow down, the check-in staff hasn't raised their signs yet." Tao Yujia caught up with Xu Meilin, her voice so soft it seemed half-melted by the heat.

Xu Meilin turned around, the fine lines at the corners of her eyes showing in the sunlight. She raised her chin slightly towards Ersha Island, saying nothing, but Tao Yujia could clearly see the light in her eyes—

It was envy hidden beneath the calm, like seeing myself back then, wearing a new team uniform, clutching new spikes, and with my heart full of "striving for first place".

Tao Yujia's gaze fell back on the group of young people, watching them help each other put on their bib numbers, their fingertips deftly smoothing out the edges. She suddenly remembered when she first partnered with Xu Meilin for training, the two of them would always argue about whose spikes were shinier.

"Look at the energy they have."

She spoke softly, her tone carrying a gentleness she herself was unaware of.

"It's exactly the same as when we first joined the provincial team."

Xu Meilin hummed in agreement.

She patted the talcum powder evenly onto her palm and looked down at her worn-down shoe studs. The laughter of young girls drifted on the wind, mixed with the distant sound of footsteps warming up. She clenched her fist, suppressing the envy in her heart.

Tao Yujia raised her hand to gather her loose ponytail, wrapping the hair tie around her fingertips twice before tightening it, but her gaze had not yet left Ersha Island.

Ge Manqi was being patted on the shoulder by her coach, who was instructing her on the details of her movements. The little girl nodded frequently, her eyes shining like stars. She then turned to Kong Lingwei beside her and gave her a "go" gesture.

The two bumped arms with laughter, their youthful energy radiating outwards on the breeze.

Tao Yujia subconsciously clenched the old wristband in her hand.

young……

so good.

I'm about ten years older than them.

"Back when we were training in the capital, didn't you try to grab the starting blocks from me like this too?" Xu Meilin's voice suddenly rang out. She was already standing next to the first lane's marking line, bending down and gently rubbing the rubber track with the tip of her shoe.

Tao Yujia snapped out of her daze and quickly walked to the second lane: "Back then, you always said I was too fast in the race, and you always hoped that someone could increase the speed."

"Now..."

After that, neither of them spoke again.

They all looked towards Ersha Island without prior arrangement—Yuan Qiqi was doing lunges, her legs raised high and steady, her brand-new sports socks printed with the latest logo.

Then look at themselves.

Just the equipment.

It's like they're separated by two eras.

In the distance, the young team members had already lined up, their chatter filled with confidence: "How many seconds will we run this time?" and "I'm definitely going to outrun you!"

Xu Meilin had just stopped at the first station.

Then I heard light footsteps behind me.

She didn't turn around, but from the vibrations coming from the rubber floor, she could tell it was the rapid rhythm unique to young people—

That was Wei Yongli and Chen Juan heading towards the third and fourth roads.

The soles of their sneakers slid across the ground with a crisp "swish" sound, unlike her spikes, which always landed with a heavy, muddy thud.

Their running shoes look...

So lovely.

Just kidding, their running shoes were all produced by Su Shen's lab in the dorm, not only are they powerful in function, but their appearance is also top-notch.

It is far ahead of its time and much more modern.

Every time a good result is achieved, it boosts the SU brand.

Tao Yujia looked in the direction of the sound, her gaze first landing on Wei Yongli.

The little girl was wearing a brand-new black compression shirt with a bright silver logo printed on the shoulder straps. When she ran, the fabric clung tightly to her taut muscles, exuding a strong and determined energy.

She squatted in front of the starting blocks in lane three, quickly adjusting the angle of the pads with her fingertips, her movements as crisp as if she had pressed the fast forward button. At the end, she even raised her hand and patted the metal bar of the starting blocks.

That force reminded Tao Yujia of how she used to cheer herself up when she was twenty.

Not far away in the fourth lane, Chen Juan was doing lunges and leg presses.

Her athletic shorts had fluorescent green stripes sewn on the sides, which swayed so fast they made people dizzy. Her new spiked shoes were firmly planted on the track, and the "click" of the spikes piercing the plastic was clearly audible.

After pressing down for the last time, she suddenly straightened up, jumped twice on the spot, raising her knees almost to waist level, and landed steadily, with even the strands of her hair only swaying slightly.

Tao Yujia subconsciously touched her knee.

Ok.

There's an old injury there; let alone jumping around like that, even a quick squat requires a couple of seconds to recover.

But she seemed to be just like that back then, full of energy, vitality, and fighting spirit.

Don't know when it started.

It just disappeared.

Yuan Qiqi from the fifth lane.

The little girl was facing the person putting on the bib number. She pinched the corner of the bib with her fingers and pressed it gently. The corner stuck to the bright yellow team uniform without any problem. Unlike the one in her hand, which she had to smooth out several times to prevent the edges from curling up.

After affixing the race bib, Yuan Qiqi took two steps back and performed a full starting preparation posture:

He bent over, knees bent, hands on the ground, his back taut like a fully drawn bow, even his breathing slowed down, his eyes fixed only on the track ahead.

That look was so familiar; it was the focus that she and Tao Yujia had ingrained in their bones back then.

Just now.

This focus now contains a sharpness they can never find again.

Ge Manqi in lane six was the most lively. She had just finished a set of high knees when she turned around and waved to Liang Xiaojing in lane seven, her voice crisp like ice hitting a glass.
"Jing, don't be a beat slow at the start later! You almost led me astray during the last training session!"

Liang Xiaojing laughed and retorted, "It was clearly because you swung your arm too hard that you brushed against my arm!"

As they spoke, the two of them began to practice arm swinging side by side. Their movements were large and steady, and the angle of their elbows was so precise that it looked as if they had been measured with a ruler.

The forearm drives the upper arm.

Every swing exudes a fierce and unyielding strength.

They were among the youngest of that year.

But now?
They've all grown into young women.

The youngest, Gemanqi, is already 17 and a half years old.

I'll be 18 in 4 months.

Xu Meilin and Tao Yujia stood on the outermost two sides.

I watched all of this quietly.

The wind carried over the laughter of the young women and the coach's words of advice.

Mixed with the sound of spikes rubbing against the track, it forms a dense, impenetrable net.

It captured their former appearance.

Ugh.

Tao Yujia quietly nudged Xu Meilin's arm, her voice so soft it sounded like a sigh: "Look at Ge Manqi's arm swing, it's completely different from how our coach taught us back then, but she's much more ruthless than we were back then."

Xu Meilin didn't say anything, but just clenched the talcum powder in her hand, and the powder in her palm leaked down between her fingers.

She watched those young figures jumping and running on the track, their brand-new team uniforms and shiny spikes, and the undisguised drive in their eyes.

Suddenly I feel...

It felt like Tao Yujia and I were left behind in the old days.

The track in front of us has long since become the domain of young people.

The times are changing too fast.

When they first started training, their goal was to compete with the smaller teams.

Getting a B-level finish in a world championship would be quite an achievement.

As for the results, I've never thought about them.

But now?
Several people can open it in 11 seconds.

We've even won medals in the competition.

He even won a silver medal.

What else can you say?

"Everyone is in position!"

An electronic voice command was heard.

The young women quickly returned to their positions.

The track fell silent instantly, with only their even breathing remaining.

Xu Meilin took a deep breath, bent down and braced herself on the starting blocks. Her old spikes slid on the rubber surface before she finally found a suitable position. She looked up and saw the track ahead was bleached white by the sunlight.

Those young figures are like beams of vibrant light.

It was so bright that she couldn't take her eyes off it.

That era has passed.

A new era has arrived.

I didn't live to see this great era.

That's all we can do.

Take a good look at these girls.

Watch these younger sisters go.

Go and dominate the international arena!

The World Championships are being held on our home turf.

This is their generation's stage.

Of course, even if they were given the opportunity, their abilities wouldn't be enough; they wouldn't even qualify for this stage.