Li Donghua Busy Bee

By Yang Xiao
As Vice President of the Swiss Delegation, Li Donghua was already busy arranging his athletes’ board and lodgings as soon as he arrived at the Athletes’ Village. He seemed unable to tear himself away om his mobile phone because so many old friends to chat. After postponing an interview three times in one [...]

Profile of a Basketball Player

“I’m one of the shortest,” said the 1.90 ter-high Daniel Gajdosik from the Czech Republic basketball team, “The tallest guy in our team is 2.08 meters.” It was hard to guess whether Gajdosik was excited or moody since he always looked so calm.

Biggest Contrast in the Team

Two Georgian athletes and the head of their team eyed their flag as it was raised to the sky on Saturday morning. One is a rhythmic gymnast and the other a judo player. After the ceremony, many journalists ran up to Vanda Kereselidze, the rhythmic gymnast, because she looked so beautiful and sweet.

Greetings by Feet

The Mexican football team members have a special way to say hello. When they meet each other in the morning everyday, they usually touch hands.

Athletes Swarm to Internet Bar at Village

The Feiyu internet bar in the Athletes’ Vilage has attracted many foreign athletes who are eager to contact with their relatives or friends, Liu Qian, the manager of the bar told reporters here Saturday.