Liu Xiang’s truncated hurdles race Monday shattered a billion dreams and stunned 91,000 pairs of eyes in the Bird’s Nest. Twenty-four hours later, however, China is already moving on.
Many of Liu’s Chinese fans today united in support of a fallen hero, a stark contrast to Monday’s refrain of “regret” and tears for Liu’s failed gold medal attempt.
Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping set the tone by sending a message to the General Administration of Sport, stating, “People will understand that Liu quit because of injury.”
Xi hoped that Liu would “put things behind him.”
Bloggers and bulletin board users offered a ceaseless stream of consoling messages for Liu.
“I hope Liu Xiang can come back quickly,” sword of the new world vis one post read. “I will still be his fan.”
“Bless Liu! He is still the hero of our nation!” declared another. age of conan gold
In an online poll by the China Daily, fans were asked, “How do you feel about Liu Xiang’s abrupt withdrawal from the 110-meter hurdles with an injury?” silkroad gold
