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In 2025, athletes of every stripe gave their all in relentless pursuit of both individual and team glory

China Daily | Updated: 2026-01-02 00:00

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Toyota Gazoo Racing's Seth Quintero and Dennis Zenz in action during stage 11 of the Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia on Jan 16. Reuters

Indonesia's artistic swimmers perform a preliminary-round routine during the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore on July 19. REUTERS

Spectators cheer on the riders as they climb the cobbled streets of Paris during stage 21 of the Tour de France on July 27. REUTERS

Switzerland forward Alayah Pilgrim celebrates scoring a goal for the UEFA Women's European Cup host during a Group A match against Iceland at Wankdorf Stadium in Bern, Switzerland, on July 6. REUTERS

Paris Saint-Germain's Qatari president Nasser Al-Khelaifi is hoisted into the air alongside the Champions League trophy, as PSG's players celebrate beating Inter Milan in the final at Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany, on May 31. REUTERS

Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus reacts during the US Open women's singles final against American Amanda Anisimova in New York on Sept 6. The 27-year-old world No 1 won 6-3, 7-6 (3) to retain her crown. REUTERS

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