At the 2024 Paris Olympics, the Chinese swimming team once again showed the world their strength. In this high-profile game, substitute Sun Jiajun went through an unimaginable psychological journey. As a substitute, his job is not only to be ready to play, but also to be at his best under pressure.
Sun Jiajun has loved swimming since he was a child, and after years of training and competition, he finally stood on the Olympic stage. However, as a substitute, his feelings are more mixed than the rest of the team. He knows that any one mistake can affect the results of the whole team. Moreover, as a substitute, he also knew that he could only play if his teammates had an accident, and this psychological pressure made him almost collapse.
"It's like you're hovering on the edge of a cliff and not knowing when you're going to fall," Sun said in a post-match interview. His words echoed the hearts of many substitutes. Luckily, the performance of several key players was very good, which made Sun Jiajun feel a little less pressure.
During the match, Sun Jiajun was not knocked down by the pressure. On the contrary, he proved himself with his strength and perseverance. In the 4×100m freestyle relay, Sun Jiajun was placed in the third pole, which is a crucial position. He understands that only by maintaining the advantage of the first few sticks can he lay the foundation for the final sprint.
After the start of the competition, Sun Jiajun tried his best and struggled forward in the water. He knew he wasn't holding the team back, and that belief kept him going until the end. When he touched the wall, the Chinese team still maintained the top three position, which provided favorable conditions for Pan Zhanle to be the last stick.
Pan Zhanle lived up to the efforts of his teammates, and he sprinted hard in the final bat, and finally helped the Chinese team win the gold medal in the 4×100m freestyle relay. At this moment, Sun Jiajun's tears burst out of his eyes, these are tears of joy, and they are also tears after the pressure is released.
The victory of the Chinese team is not only an affirmation of the team's efforts, but also a recognition of the substitute Sun Jiajun. However, the match also sparked some controversy. Some netizens believe that the performance of the substitute players is important, but the performance of the main players is the key to determining the victory. In this regard, experts also expressed different opinions.
One sports commentator noted: "The fact that the substitutes are able to step up at crucial moments is a reflection of team spirit and overall strength. Sun Jiajun's performance in the game undoubtedly won valuable time and advantages for the team. Another sports expert said: "Sun Jiajun's fighting spirit is commendable, but the team's victory is inseparable from the efforts of every member." ”
On social media, netizens also launched a heated discussion. A netizen commented: "This is called a substitute, this is called begging to fly!" Sun Jiajun's performance gave me a glimpse of the future of the Chinese swimming team. Another netizen said: "The role of substitutes cannot be ignored, they work silently behind the scenes, and they stand up at critical moments, which deserves our respect." ”
Overall, Sun's Olympic experience not only showcased his individual strength and team cohesion, but also sparked a wide discussion about the value of substitutes. This kind of controversy and resonance not only allows us to see the cruelty and beauty of sports competition, but also makes us better understand the story behind each athlete.