China Secures Gold in Women's Dragon Boat 100m at Asian Beach Games Sanya 2026 as ANOC Chief Presents Medals

China claimed the gold medal in the women's dragon boat 100m final at the Asian Beach Games Sanya 2026, marking a significant home victory. ANOC Secretary General Gunilla Lindberg presented the awards.

The Asian Beach Games Sanya 2026 marks its return to the international sports calendar after an eight-year hiatus, last held in 2016. This edition in Sanya, China, features over 1,800 athletes representing all 45 National Olympic Committees across the Olympic Council of Asia. The event also relies on the support of 5,000 volunteers, mobilizing a significant local effort.

China secured the top position in the women's dragon boat 100m final, achieving a winning time of 28.260 seconds. This performance placed them ahead of Vietnam, which earned the silver medal with a time of 28.516 seconds. Thailand completed the podium, taking bronze at 29.631 seconds. ANOC (Association of National Olympic Committees) Secretary General Gunilla Lindberg awarded the medals to the victorious teams, participating in one of the Games' key ceremonies.

Dragon boat racing, a traditional sport in China with a history spanning over 2,000 years, remains a prominent event at the Games and commands a global following across five continents. China's gold medal performance underscores its athletic capabilities in a sport with deep cultural roots. The event's return in Sanya, hosting over 1,800 athletes and 5,000 volunteers, highlights a substantial commitment to regional multi-sport competitions following its last staging in 2016.

Attention now turns to the remaining competitions across various beach sports. More medal events are scheduled as the Games continue through its conclusion on April 30, determining further continental champions.