Ukrainian Sofia Hrechko sets world record at World Games: details of the triumph.

Ukrainian Sofia Hrechko once again amazed the world with her talent in underwater swimming at the World Games in Chengdu, winning a gold medal and setting a new world record in the 400 meters with fins — 3:11.88. Russian competitor Yelizaveta Kupryesova was deeply disappointed with her third place finish.

Yelizaveta Kupryesova during the Ukrainian national anthem. Photo: Sports Committee of Ukraine

The Ukrainian national anthem ruined the mood for the Russian athlete

Interestingly, the silver medal also went to Ukrainian Anna Yakovleva, who finished just 39 hundredths of a second behind the winner with a new world record among juniors. Such a fierce competition for victory left a lasting impression on the viewers.

It is worth noting that this is already Sofia Hrechko's second gold at these games, and overall, the Ukrainian team has already won 26 medals, including 11 gold, 9 silver, and 6 bronze, making us the third most successful team after China and Germany.

Other winners from Ukraine

Ukrainians continue to delight with victories, winning gold medals in Muay Thai, Jiu-Jitsu, and Karate. Our athletes take pride in their achievements on the international stage, raising the flag of Ukraine high in the fight for victory.