Liu Xiang (hurdler)

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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1. When was Liu Xiang (hurdler) born?July 13, 1983
2. Where was Liu Xiang (hurdler) born?China
3. What is the retirement date?April 7, 2015
4. What event did Liu Xiang run in?Liu Xiang ran the 110‑meter hurdles, a race that mixes speed, power, and jumping over hurdles.
5. When did Liu Xiang win his first Olympic gold medal?He won his first Olympic gold at the 2004 Athens Olympics.

110 meter hurdles: A premier track and field event requiring athletes to sprint and clear ten standardized hurdles over a distance of 110 meters.
Olympic record: The best performance ever achieved in a specific event at the Olympic Games.
World champion: An athlete who wins the highest international competition in their sport, typically held by organizations like World Athletics.
Cultural icon: A person who is widely recognized and admired for their influence on society and popular culture.