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Olympic Faces of China in Rio | |
A daily review of Chinese medalists at the ongoing Rio Oympic Games | |
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DAY 9 – August 14
Meng Suping claims gold in the women's over-75kg weightlifting with a total of 307kg. After winning the competition, 27-year-old Meng kneeled down three times to thank fans, who had cheered in support after her first attempts in both the snatch and jerk failed. "It's also for all my supporters, my country and the amazing land of Brazil," she said excitedly (SINA.COM) Qin Kai, 30, who won a bronze medal in synchronized diving on August 10, climbs up to the stage after He Zi receives her silver medal for the women's 3-meter springboard event, gets down on one knee and holds out a red box with a ring and a glass-encased rose. "I didn't know he would propose today, and I didn't expect myself to get married so early," said 25-year-old He Zi, who tearfully accepts the proposal with a big hug (SINA.COM)
Shi Tingmao, 25, wins gold in the women's 3-meter springboard event, claiming her second diving gold medal of the Rio Games. "I would give myself a score of 80 today, because I was very nervous," Shi said. "Because it's the Olympic final, wanting to win it affects your state of mind." (SINA.COM) Chen Peina, 27, wins the silver medal in women's RS: X-class windsurfing. "Everybody wants to win the gold," said Chen, who won the World Championship in 2015. "At least I've done my best. I'm satisfied with the result." (SINA.COM)
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