High-Stakes Rivalry: Japan vs. China in Men's Gymnastics at Paris Olympics

With Tokyo Games winners Russia banned, Japan and China are set to clash in the men's gymnastics team event at the Paris Olympics. Daiki Hashimoto, the defending all-around champion, aims to perform without regret. Despite a finger injury, he and his team focus on outdoing the Chinese counterparts.

The intense rivalry between Japan and China is expected to headline the men's gymnastics team event at the Paris Olympics, with defending all-around champion Daiki Hashimoto aiming to perform without regrets.

The absence of Tokyo Games winners, the Russian Olympic Committee athletes, following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, places the Asian powerhouses as favorites for the gold.

Hashimoto emphasized the importance of a regret-free performance, not just for Japan and China but for all competing nations. Despite a finger injury, he is prepared to give his best.

(With inputs from agencies.)