[VIDEO] Olympic Silver Medalist Zhou Yaqin Returns Home to Help With Family Restaurant

According to SAEDNEWS, reported by Mehr News Agency Chinese gymnast Zhou Yaqin has made headlines not only for her remarkable achievement at the Paris 2024 Olympics, where she won a silver medal in the women's balance beam competition, but also for her heartfelt return home to assist her parents at their family restaurant.

At just 18 years old, Zhou Yaqin impressed fans worldwide by topping the qualification round with a score of 14.866, outshining renowned gymnasts such as Simone Biles from the USA and Brazil’s Rebeca Andrade. Although she scored 14.100 in the final, which slightly fell short of her qualification score, her performance earned her a well-deserved silver medal, just 0.766 points behind Italy's Alice D’Amato, who took gold. Zhou’s endearing moment during the medal ceremony, where she playfully imitated D'Amato and fellow gymnast Manila Esposito by biting her medal, captured the hearts of many and quickly went viral on social media.

Following her Olympic success, Zhou returned to her roots in Hengyang City, Hunan Province, to contribute to her family-run restaurant located on Furong Road. A video of her helping out by serving food and assisting her parents has gained traction online, showcasing her dedication and humility beyond her athletic achievements.

Netizens have praised Zhou Yaqin for her down-to-earth attitude and work ethic in the wake of her newfound fame. Many applauded her for not forgetting her family and continuing to support their business despite her Olympic success.

Zhou's journey from Olympic gymnast to dedicated daughter illustrates the balance between sporting excellence and family responsibilities, reminding us that true character shines through in both athletic pursuits and daily life.

credits of video : Mehr News