Huang Ya Qiong Wins Badminton Gold, Engaged Afterwards

Huang Ya Qiong, a Chinese badminton player, celebrated a remarkable day at the Paris 2024 Olympics by winning a gold medal in mixed doubles alongside her partner Zheng Siwei, defeating South Korea's Kim Won-ho and Jeong Na-eun with a score of 21-8, 21-11. Following the victory, Huang was unexpectedly proposed to by her boyfriend Liu Yuchen, also a badminton player, who presented her with a ring after the medal ceremony. Huang expressed her surprise and joy, stating it was a day filled with unexpected celebrations. The duo, who had previously won silver at the Tokyo Olympics, finished the tournament with a perfect 6-0 record. China's dominance in Olympic badminton continued, securing gold in mixed doubles for the second consecutive Games. Meanwhile, Japan's Yuta Watanabe and Arisa Higashino took home the bronze medal.