Summary
China is investigating online bullying of Quan Hongchan, a 19-year-old diving champion. Authorities are working with police to address malicious online attacks and misinformation against her and other divers.
Key Facts
- Chinese authorities are investigating cyberbullying against diver Quan Hongchan.
- Quan won her first Olympic gold at the Tokyo Games in 2021 at age 14 and two more in Paris in 2024.
- Quan has faced online criticism about her weight, which she discussed in interviews.
- Chinese sports authorities reported the cyberbullying to police and are working with local officials.
- The General Administration of Sport opposes harmful fan behavior and misinformation.
- Quan, now a popular athlete, has experienced intense fan and media interest.
- Her home village has become a tourist spot since her Olympic successes.
- Chinese media has criticized the excessive and hostile nature of "toxic fandom."
