Zhu stays true to her roots

All-conquering Chinese superstar Zhu Ting has spoken about the biggest influences on her life and her hopes for the future.

In an interview with fivb.com, the website of volleyball's world governing body, the 24-year-old Olympic champion paid special tribute to her parents, who supported her when she attended a sports training school in her home province of Henan.

"My parents were very supportive of me taking up volleyball," Zhu said. "My first coach was probably the next person who influenced me and sparked my interest in the sport."