China buzzes as diving queen Quan Hongchan named Sports Person of the Year, makes magazine debut

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Yating YangFebruary 12, 2026 at 07:00 AM

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Chinese diver Quan Hongchan, known as the "Diving Queen," was named Sports Person of the Year and featured on the cover of People magazine. The magazine, a prominent Chinese biographical publication, announced its 2025 cover line-up on February 9, 2025. Quan Hongchan is one of eight figures recognized for their significant impact in their fields. Other cover stars include actress Xin Zhilei, recognized for winning Best Actress at the 2025 Venice Film Festival, and other figures from entertainment and technology. Quan's selection quickly gained attention on Chinese social media. The magazine chose these individuals as representative icons of 2025, highlighting excellence across various sectors.

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Shan Yichun 40% Liu Jiakun 40% Zhi Huijun 40% Zhang Jiahao 40% Venice Film Festival 50% Tony Leung Ka-fai 50% Shu Qi 50% Xin Zhilei ×270% People magazine ×270% China ×490% Quan Hongchan ×590%

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