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Liu Xiang
(hurdler, athletics competitor)

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Birthdate: July 13, 1983
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Shanghai
Hurdler Liu Xiang created history by becoming the first Chinese Olympic gold medalist in any men’s track-and-field event. While he excelled in high jump in his younger days, he deviated to hurdles by 15. He has also earned gold medals at the world championships and the Asian Games.