A senior track and field official has played down expectations of a gold medal from China's athletes in marathon or race walking at the Beijing Games.
Marta is recognized as the world's best women's soccer player, as shown by her two FIFA World Player of the Year trophies.
The head coach of China's swimming team, Zhang Yadong, has refused to concede defeat to the team's international Olympic rivals, insisting his athletes have what it takes to shine in August.
Unheralded Michael Lorenzo-Vera of France set the early pace at the Volvo China Open when he fired a 5-under-par 67 to take the first-round lead yesterday.
One of the most competitive NBA seasons in recent memory wrapped up yesterday.
Every time Hu Mu stands on the golf course, he knows he is following in the steps of his idols, Zhang Lianwei and Liang Wenchong.
TIANJIN: Local boy Chen Yibing will find additional motivation when he competes in the FIG 2008 Gymnastics World Cup in his hometown of Tianjin on May 14 and 15.
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