Boxing legend: Wang Guojun's boxing life
Struggle, perseverance, passion, this is the life journey of a Chinese boxing legend. In the tranquility of the winter night, boxing giant Mr. Wang Guojun passed away silently at the age of 86. His death is not only the farewell of an old coach, but also the curtain call of an era. Let's look back on the life of this legendary figure, appreciate the rise and fall of an era, and feel the eventful years of Chinese boxing.
In 1938, Wang Guojun was born in an ordinary family in China. In his early years, he showed a keen interest in sports, especially boxing. This interest reached its peak at the 1956 National Boxing Championships, when he won the 63kg championship at the age of 18, becoming the first national boxing champion in New China. However, the athlete's career did not go as planned. In 1958, boxing was banned due to domestic political complications, leaving the champion with a huge blow.
In the era when boxing was banned, Wang Guojun did not give up the pursuit of his dreams. Even on days when there were no boxing matches, he trained silently in the yard for hours every day. He persevered, like a reclusive master, silently waiting for boxing to recover. In 1980, with China's reform and opening up, boxing ushered in the dawn of recovery. Mr. Wang became the watchman of boxing in China, regaining his dream and breathing new life into the sport.
In the 1980s, Chinese society gradually opened up, and the visit of boxing champion Ali to China became a turning point in the history of Chinese boxing. Ali's demeanor and love for boxing deeply touched the hearts of Chinese. Ali's proposal to resume boxing was supported by Comrade *** and paved the way for Chinese boxing. During this period, Wang Guojun prepared a book on boxing, and the book "Boxing Sports" was published in 1980, which became a symbol of the revival of boxing in China.
In 1986, boxing was officially recognized in China, and Wang Guojun became the head coach of the national boxing team. He led the Chinese team to make their Olympic debut and finished fifth despite many difficulties. In the 1990 Beijing Asian Games, Coach Wang made history again and led his team member Bai Chongguang to win the 81kg championship, marking the emergence of Chinese boxing on the Asian Games stage. He not only teaches skills, but also focuses on cultivating the indomitable spirit of athletes.
Wang Guojun not only achieved brilliant results in the field, but also left a deep mark in the world. He became the soul of the "World Professional Boxing Championship" column, providing wonderful commentary for boxing enthusiasts. He once planned a film about boxing, and although it did not materialize, his contribution to boxing culture has deeply influenced generations of Chinese.
The passing of Mr. Wang Guojun marked the end of an era in the Chinese boxing world. However, his spirit and legacy will forever remain in the history of the sport and Chinese sports. His story is not only a love of boxing, but also an interpretation of dreams, courage and perseverance. His legacy will continue to inspire everyone who loves boxing and sports.
Mr. Wang Guojun has practiced the belief of boxing all his life and has made great contributions to the inheritance and development of Chinese boxing culture. His story is a glorious chapter in Chinese boxing, and it is also a witness of an era. As we bid farewell to this boxing legend, let us remember his contributions, continue to inherit the spirit of boxing, and contribute to the future of Chinese boxing. [END].