Swimmer to make splash at London championship

Wang went on to break the men's 50 meter backstroke and 50 meter butterfly world records, both in the S5 class, at the World Series event in Indianapolis earlier this year.

"I was eight years old when I lost my arms due to an accident," Wang said. "At the time, I never thought I might represent my country in such a big competition, and win honors."

"I want to thank my country for always caring, and giving me the chance to participate and show what I have got in swimming."

Having cemented himself as "one to watch" at this year's World Championships, Wang is now targeting qualification for next year's Games in Tokyo.

"My goal at the World Championships in London is to secure a qualification slot for the Paralympic Games. I hope I can break more world records in the competition too. I am looking forward to all the events I will compete in and to achieving new best times," he added.

Despite his record-breaking wins, the 25-year-old swimmer vows to stay grounded.

"An athlete should never become arrogant, and the results of the competition will not change my attitude. I will stay humble."

Wang admits he dreams of winning gold in Tokyo next summer, and believes that, with the Games taking place in Asia, it could be an advantage for the Chinese team.

"It will feel familiar, and I don't have to tackle a (big) time difference, and don't have to adapt to the climate," he said. "It will allow me to adapt quickly and achieve my best."