China's Yang Jiayu emerged victorious in the women's 20km race walk at the Olympics, showcasing her dominance in the event. Yang, who holds the world record in the format, took an early lead during the race and never looked back.
Yang's impressive performance saw her surge ahead in the fifth kilometer, establishing a significant gap between herself and her competitors. Despite facing late pressure from Spain's María Pérez, Yang maintained her composure and crossed the finish line with a season-best time of 1:25:54.
Pérez, who put up a strong fight, finished in second place with a time of 1:26:19, also achieving a personal season best. Jemima Montag of Australia secured the bronze medal, adding to the excitement of the race.
Yang's Olympic gold medal is a testament to her exceptional talent and dedication to the sport. With previous titles such as world champion in 2017 and the world record holder, Yang continues to solidify her position as one of the top athletes in race walking.
