Li leads china's charge in 2011
China Daily | Updated: 2011-12-29 07:56
Between Liu Xiang's dramatic comeback, world titles in swimming, badminton and gymnastics and a banner year for the CBA, there was something for everyone in 2011. But nothing could touch Li Na's French Open championship and the sudden surge of interest in the sport among Chinese fans. China Daily picks some of our favorite highlights for the nation this year.
1. New-found glory on the tennis court
China's No 1 sports figure of 2011 was undoubtedly Li Na, the country and continent's first Grand Slam tennis champion.
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