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

5. Zhong Man (fencing)

Zhong Man, 25, reacts after winning the men's sabre individual event at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. [Xinhua]

The 25-year-old became China's first male Olympic fencing champion by winning the men's sabre individual event at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. He was also the first man from Asia to win a gold medal in the sport.