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While He Zi came into Rio hoping to win 3m springboard gold, her disappointment in winding up with silver has been replaced with the joy of becoming engaged to the man of her dreams. The Chinese diver accepting a post-event marriage proposal from her boyfriend, Qin Kai, who won bronze in the men's 3m synchronized springboard a few days ago.

"I feel that my happiness now will make up for the loss of the gold medal," He said.

"We have been through a lot in the past few years, including some injuries. We will have a good rest first."

"Actually we are not competing in the same event. During competition, we cannot help each other that much, but we encourage each other in training."

"He must abide by my decisions."

"Yes, I felt very nervous. I have not slept well lately. I needed to go through the whole process in secret. I was afraid I might affect her preparations for the competition," Qin said.

"I will follow whatever her choice is."

"My answer must be the same answer as hers."