Source: CCTV.com

05-11-2008 12:57

World record holder and Olympic hurdling champion Liu Xiang has breezed to a win in the 110-meter-event at the Japan Grand Prix with a time of 13.19 seconds.

China's Liu Xiang celebrates after winning the men's 110m hurdles final at IAAF Osaka Grand Prix 2008 in Osaka, Japan, May 10, 2008. Liu claimed the title with a time of 13.19 seconds.(Xinhua Photo)
China's Liu Xiang celebrates after winning the men's 
110m hurdles final at IAAF Osaka Grand Prix 2008 in 
Osaka, Japan, May 10, 2008. Liu claimed the title 
with a time of 13.19 seconds.(Xinhua Photo)

The sporting legend did not disappoint his many fans even in Saturday's rain and cold.

This is sixth time that Liu Xiang has won in Osaka. Shi Dongpeng came in second to make it a one-two finish for China. Liu Xiang said he was satisfied with his performance and hoped this would be a good start to his preparations ahead of the Beijing Olympics.

China's Liu Xiang competes during the men's 110m hurdles final at IAAF Osaka Grand Prix 2008 in Osaka, Japan, May 10, 2008. Liu claimed the title with a time of 13.19 seconds.  (Xinhua Photo)
China's Liu Xiang competes during the men's 110m hurdles final at IAAF 
Osaka Grand Prix 2008 in Osaka, Japan, May 10, 2008. Liu claimed the 
title with a time of 13.19 seconds.(Xinhua Photo)

 

Editor:Zhang Ning