The Champion Takes the Podium, the National Anthem Plays
No matter where China Men's Basketball Team went to play, this uncle could always be seen in the stands.
It was because of adorable fans like him that the team found the strength to keep going when they felt helpless.
When the uncle in the stands saw the players bowing to him, he waved his flag even more enthusiastically, while the songs of the more than one hundred fans grew louder.
"The Five-star Red Flag flutters in the wind, the song of victory rings out loud and clear. We sing of our beloved motherland, now marching toward prosperity and strength..."
Everyone, players and fans alike, had tears in their eyes.
At the same time, Wang Yi and the others turned to the cameras before them and shouted in unison:
"China Men's Basketball Team reports to all our fellow Chinese: We are the champions!!!"
At that moment, countless Chinese people were moved to tears once again.
The livestream chat had completely flooded the screen.
"I'm crying..."
"My husband, a man with a heart of stone, is actually sobbing."
"Go China! China is mighty!"
"I have no regrets about being born Chinese; in my next life, I'll be Chinese again!"
"I'll remember this game for the rest of my life."
Although the game was over, none of the fans had left. Everyone watching from home was still glued to the livestream.
At such a thrilling moment, everyone wanted to stay. No one wanted to leave early.
Just then, James and Paul walked over.
James kept shaking his head, wearing an incredulous smile.
"A game-winning three and a clutch block—you really outdid yourself. Is that your welcome gift to your new teammate?"
Wang Yi laughed. "Sorry, I have to play for my team."