Her early career was shaped by Coach Peng Hao, who remains the most influential person in her career. She also looks up to Yang Wenjun as her idol. Her dedication to the sport saw her competing at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo, which she considers her most memorable sporting achievement.

Challenges and Achievements

Throughout her career, she has faced knee and shoulder injuries but continued to persevere. In 2019, she was named an Elite Athlete of International Class by the General Administration of Sport of China. Her most notable milestone came at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, where she and Sun Mengya won gold in the C2 500m event, becoming the first female sprint paddlers from China to achieve this feat.

Retirement and Comeback

In 2013, she retired from canoe sprint due to dissatisfaction with her performances. However, she made a comeback at the 2017 National Games of China in Tianjin. She realised that her experience in both kayaking and canoeing would be beneficial. "My canoeing results were mediocre, and I decided to retire from it," she said.

Education and Personal Life

She is currently pursuing a master's degree at Beijing Sport University, which she started in 2020. Besides being an athlete, she is also a student at Ginkgo Normal University in Nanchang, where she studies Physical Education. She speaks Mandarin and enjoys hobbies like fishing and gardening.

Future Ambitions

Looking ahead, she aims to compete at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou and win gold at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Her sporting philosophy is clear: "As long as you don't deny yourself, no one can define you."

This athlete's journey is a testament to resilience and dedication. From early inspirations to overcoming injuries and making comebacks, she continues to strive for excellence both on and off the water.