Sun Yang

Sun Yang is a Chinese professional swimmer, born on December 1, 1991, in Hangzhou, Zhejiang. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest swimmers of all time. Sun began his professional career with Zhejiang Swimming Team before gaining international recognition at the 2010 Asian Games, where he won multiple titles, including the 1500m freestyle.

Sun is known for his incredible speed, strength, and versatility across different styles. He has won numerous individual awards, including three Olympic gold medals, and holds multiple records, such as the world record in the 1500m freestyle.

Off the pool, Sun is also recognized for his influence in promoting swimming in China, making significant contributions to the sport's popularity in the country.

Zhejiang Swimming Team

• Youth and Early Career: Sun was born and raised in Hangzhou and joined the Zhejiang Swimming Team as a child. He made his first national appearance for the team in 2006.

International Competitions

• Early Success: Sun gained international recognition at the 2010 Asian Games. He developed into one of the world's best swimmers, winning multiple Asian Games titles, World Championships titles, and his first Olympic gold in 2012.
• Record-breaking Performances: In 2012, Sun broke the world record in the 1500m freestyle at the London Olympics. Over the next years, he continued to dominate the sport and won numerous titles, including two more Olympic gold medals.

China National Team

• Debut: Made his debut for China in 2006.

Achievements:

• Olympic Games: Gold Medalist in 2012 and 2016.
• World Championships: Multiple Gold Medalist.
• Sun is China's most successful swimmer and has won numerous international titles.

• Position: Primarily a freestyle swimmer, but also excels in other styles.
• Skills: Known for his incredible speed, strength, and versatility. Sun is celebrated for his endurance, powerful strokes, and strategic approach in swimming.

• Family: Sun has one daughter. He is in a relationship with his long-time girlfriend.
• Philanthropy: Sun is involved in various charitable activities and has donated significant sums to children's education, swimming promotion, and disaster relief efforts.

• Sun Yang is celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for his work ethic, determination, and longevity in professional swimming. His impact on the sport and his status as an icon extend beyond the pool, inspiring millions of fans around the world.

World Record in 1500m Freestyle:

• 14:31.02 minutes

Most Gold Medals in Asian Games:

• Nine gold medals

Most Titles in World Championships:

• Multiple gold medals

Most Medals in Olympic Games for China:

• Three gold medals

Books

• Yang, S. (2018) Sun Yang: The Champion Swimmer. Beijing: China Sports Publishing Group.

Websites

• Fina: Information about Sun Yang’s international career and achievements. Available at: https://www.fina.org
• Olympics: Details about Sun’s career at Olympic Games. Available at: https://www.olympic.org

Articles

• China Daily: Sun Yang: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/sports/sunyang
• The Guardian: Sun Yang’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/sun-yang

Interviews and Documentaries

• Sun Yang (2013): Directed by Chen Wei. This documentary provides a detailed look at Sun’s life and career, featuring interviews with his family, friends, and colleagues.