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2008 athletes of the year of China and world
(Xinhua)
Updated: 2008-12-31 10:50

4. Zhang Yining (table tennis)

Zhang Yining, 26,celebrates on the podium during the Beijing Olympic Games. She led the Chinese team to the women's team title at the Beijing Olympics. [Xinhua]

The 26-year-old led the Chinese team to the women's team title at the Beijing Olympics and then successfully defended her singles crown, increasing her Olympic gold haul to four. She was also one of the members of China's winning team in the 49th world team championships.