Sights set on hosting of 2026 World Cup in China

2010-07-17 08:38:45

China is interested in bidding for the 2026 World Cup, Chinese soccer chief Wei Di has said.

China's World Cup dream will come true: Soccer boss

2010-07-08 12:37:13

The Chairman of the Chinese soccer sport's ruling body has expressed confidence that China will one day make a successful bid for a future World Cup, according to a report in the Qilu Evening News.

Police target drunk driving amid soccer fever

2010-06-30 17:42:49

As beer-toasting fans revel in the World Cup binge, Chinese traffic police are busy keeping alcohol-roused game watchers from getting behind the wheel.

Rockets' Yao avoids free agency, will stay with team

2010-06-30 11:34:07

Yao Ming, who missed all last season after foot surgery, will pick up his player option with the Houston Rockets, a decision that will keep the Chinese center from testing free agency.

China solar company shines on World Cup

2010-06-28 08:59:01

World Cup 2010 is no longer merely a sporting event. It has become a festival, a carnival for people in nine South African cities and fans worldwide.

China men's basketball beat Argentina under new coach

2010-06-21 09:45:59

China's men's basketball team beat Argentina 82-61 in a warm-up match on Sunday, the first game China played under their new American coach Robert Donewald.

Chinese celebrate Olympic Day Run to enjoy sport

2010-06-21 09:26:39

The Olympic Day Run was held in nine Chinese cities on Saturday to commemorate and celebrate Olympic Day, which is June 23.

China's 'Dakar Rally' on course for international fame

2010-06-04 11:14:32

Dubbed "China's Dakar Rally", the Tour de Taklimakan Desert Auto and Motorcycle Rally is expected to become the country's first international rally in two years.

Life in fast lane

2010-06-04 10:15:30

During the average working week, Su Yanli is no different from the millions of female office workers in Beijing.

Liu Xiang can still be London contender: US hurdler

2010-06-04 09:13:30

China's out-of-form former Olympic champion, Liu Xiang, can still be a contender at the 2012 London Games, according to veteran American hurdler Allen Johnson.

Chinese referee to judge World Cup

2010-06-03 16:15:48

Chinese referee Mu Yuxin will be the only Chinese to play on the 2010 World Cup pitch in South Africa, the second Chinese referee to judge World Cup after once-renowned Lu Jun.