Kong participated in the Women's 4 x 200m Freestyle Relay - Heat 2 at the Paris La Defense Arena on August 1, 2024. The event featured teams from Hungary, Canada, Spain, Italy, China, Israel, Netherlands, and Australia. The heat started at 12:16 PM local time.

Team Performance

The Chinese team secured third place in the Women's 4 x 200m Freestyle Relay. The team included Yaqi Kong alongside her teammates with athlete codes: 1945159, 1945169, 1945171, 1945223, and 1945224. They competed against strong teams from Australia and the USA.

Medal Achievements

Kong and her team earned a bronze medal in the Women's 4 x 200m Freestyle Relay. This achievement highlights their competitive spirit and dedication to the sport.

Other Competitors

The Australian team clinched first place in the relay event. Their athletes included those with codes: 1946218, 1946201, 1946157, and others. The USA team finished second with athletes such as those coded: 1936000 and 1935943.

Personal Milestones

In addition to her Olympic debut, Kong tied for fifth place in the 200m freestyle at the 2024 China Olympic Trials. She completed the race in one minute and 57.04 seconds.

Future Plans

Looking ahead, Kong aims to continue improving her performance in international competitions. Her participation in future events will be closely watched by swimming enthusiasts worldwide.

Kong's journey in swimming is just beginning. Her achievements at such a young age indicate a bright future ahead. As she continues to train and compete, she will undoubtedly make significant contributions to her team and country.