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Many Chinese Olympic Fans Say US is Number Two


22 August 2008
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China has shown its affection for America. At the Olympics some citizens are saying that the U.S. is their second favorite team
China has shown its affection for America. At the Olympics some citizens are saying that the U.S. is their second favorite team
From the dazzling Opening Ceremonies to the number of gold medals won, China's Olympic performance has been a source of great national pride. And any dissent has been quickly silenced. So it comes as no surprise that Chinese fans at the Beijing Olympics have been boisterous supporters of their national team. 

But VOA's Brian Padden was surprised to learn that many Chinese are also rooting for the Americans.

 

 

 

 

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