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Chinese Coach Leads Italy to Podium at World Championships

4/7/2025

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Qi Mengyao, a determined 37-year-old coach from Changchun, China, has taken the helm of Italy's speed skating team. Under her guidance, the team clinched silver in the mixed relay and bronze in the men's 1,000m at the 2025 ISU World Short Track Championships. Her inspiring journey embodies resilience as Italy gears up for the 2026 Winter Olympics.

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Qi Mengyao, a determined 37-year-old coach from Changchun, China, has taken the helm of Italy's speed skating team. Under her guidance, the team clinched silver in the mixed relay and bronze in the men's 1,000m at the 2025 ISU World Short Track Championships. Her inspiring journey embodies resilience as Italy gears up for the 2026 Winter Olympics.