Swimming sensation Yu, 13, wins second Asian Games gold
Thirteen-year-old swimmer Yu Zidi continues her record-breaking exploits at the Asian Games by winning gold in the 200m individual medley.
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"Very excited, very happy. It's an achievement that shows the hard work of our team."
— Yu Zidi , Athlete
"I'm happier with the second gold medal than the first."
— Yu Zidi , Athlete
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Thirteen-year-old swimmer Yu Zidi continues her record-breaking exploits at the Asian Games by winning gold in the 200m individual medley.
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