In a last minute decision, Chen Xiexia beat out Yang Lian for a chance to compete for China in Women's 48 kilogram Weightlifting at the Beijing Olympics .The Women's 48kg squad was unveiled at the July 25 general assembly of the newly-established 2008 Chinese Sports Delegation. Chen won the gold in the National Championship this April, which added to her competitiveness as a candidate for China 's Olympic squad. Then Chen was injured in the last pre-Games event in July, prompting consideration of Yang as a serious Olympic contender, especially after she broke the world record at that same pre-Games event. A July 25 check-up determined Chen was recovered and ready for competition, so the State Administration of sports chose her to compete in the 48kg weight class for China .
27/07/2008
