TAICHUNG (TVBS News) — Wang Kuan-hung stole the spotlight at the 2024 National Intercollegiate Athletic Games (NIAG) Swimming Competition in Taichung on Monday (May 6), clinching a gold medal in the men's 200-meter butterfly with a time of 1:58.23.
In the morning qualifiers, Wang performed impressively, clocking 27.04 seconds for the first 50 meters, 58.37 seconds for the 100 meters, and 2:04.92 overall, securing his place in the finals.
The final race began at 4:30 p.m., with Wang immediately taking the lead with a sharp 0.61-second start and completing the first 50 meters in 25.91 seconds. He was the only swimmer to finish under two minutes, clocking in at 1:58.23.
Previously ranked 16th in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, Wang now holds the best record in Taiwan for the event. Under the guidance of his coach, Huang Chih-yung, he has refined his techniques and pace in preparation for the Paris Olympics.
