Striking high-jump prospect hits back at critics who belittle her achievements, say she should cut her hair
Rising Chinese high jump star, Shao Yuqi, has gone viral for her athletic performance and striking appearance.
The athlete has also attracted attention and praise for challenging traditional beauty stereotypes in sport.
On August 1, Shao, 23, from the Hubei provincial track and field team based in central China, claimed the women’s high jump title at the 2025 Chinese National Athletics Championships with a leap of 1.90 metres.
Following her victory, Shao went viral on mainland social media for both her performance and her striking looks.
