Australia’s Matthew Mitcham just became China’s public enemy number one when he denied his hosts a clean sweep of the diving gold medals. If I am one of them Chinese authorities, I will start digging dirt on this guy to disqualify him so the gold medal will go to China. In fact, I personally believe [...]
Posts under ‘Countries’
Nike Really, Really Loves Liu Xiang
Earlier, I wondered whether Liu Xiang’s withdrawal from the 110 meter hurdles competition will negatively affect his relationship with Nike. Thanks to this tip from snactres, we find out that Nike will continue to feature Liu in its ad campaign. From CNBC: Despite the disappointment of one of their biggest endorsers, Nike will salute hurt [...]
Maris Strombergs Bags First Gold Medal for Latvia
Maris Strombergs of Latvia wins the first gold medal for his country and the second gold medal awarded for the newly introduced sport of BMX cycling. French Anne-Caroline Chausson has the distinction as the first Olympic gold medalist for the sport when she won the women’s BMX competition.Photo credits: Adam Pretty and Phil Walter.
Bryan Clay: No Feet of Clay
Forget the overhyped Michael Phelps, the real strongman in the Beijing Olympics is American decathlon gold medalist Bryan Clay. A short visit to his website made me an instant fan. I particularly like the fact that he takes time to answer questions from his fans: Q: Bryan, best of luck, all the Hapa Kepanis peeps [...]
Liu Xiang Quits
Argh! Liu Xiang, my favorite Olympian pulled out of the 110 meter hurdles reportedly because of a “tendon injury to the right foot“. As a fan who’s been blogging about Liu and who hoped that he will get his second Olympic gold medal, his decision to quit is very disappointing. It would have been great [...]
