Su Bingtian
Awards & Honours
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Awards Won
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Honours
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Rankings
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Covers
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Records
Su Bingtian stands as the greatest Asian sprinter in history, a title earned through relentless innovation and record-breaking performances. He was the first Asian-born runner to break the 10-second barrier in the 100m, a feat that shattered decades of biological determinism in track and field. His 9.83-second run at the Tokyo Olympics remains the fastest time ever recorded by a non-African descent sprinter in an Olympic semifinal. Beyond medals, his legacy lies in inspiring a generation of Asian athletes to believe they could compete at the highest level. He holds the #1 spot on all lists of "Top Asian Sprinters" and is frequently cited as one of the most inspirational athletes globally. His induction into the Chinese Athletics Hall of Fame cements his place as a national icon.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Chinese Athletics Hall of Fame
Inducted post-retirement for lifetime achievements.
May Fourth Youth Medal
A top youth honor awarded for outstanding contributions.
National Advanced Individual
Recognized for exceptional athletic performance.
Guinness World Record
First Asian-born runner to break the 10-second barrier in the 100m.
Rankings & Lists
Top Asian Sprinters
Most Inspirational Athletes
Magazine Covers
TIME
2021
100 Most Influential People
Records & Feats
First Asian-born runner to break 10 seconds
Became the first Asian-born sprinter to run under 10 seconds in the 100m at the 2015 World Championships.
Fastest Asian 100m Time
Holds the Asian record of 9.83 seconds set at the Tokyo Olympics.
First Non-African Descent Sprinter in Olympic Final Since 1980
Reached the Olympic 100m final in 2021, a milestone not achieved by a non-African descent sprinter in four decades.