Chinese divers keen to win at home worlds

SHANGHAI - Chinese diving stars He Chong and Huo Liang on Tuesday expressed their determination to win the home team gold medals at the coming FINA Swimming World Championships here.

In a media event organized by Chinese sportswear maker Li Ning Co in Shanghai, the duo revealed key aspects of their training and said they are poised to continue the glamorous record of China's divers at the event, which will be held from July 16-31.

"I am confident I can defend my championship in the 3m board and I want to present a wonderful performance to all my supporters," said He, one of the leaders of the men's team. He won the 3m springboard at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games and followed that up with another gold at the 2009 FINA World Championships.