Yao Mania

Archive for August 7th, 2008

Yao and Pau pal around

Thursday, August 7th, 2008
by John

Yao Ming and Spain’s Pau Gasol ran into each other at Wukesong Indoor Stadium as their teams’ practices overlapped.

Click here for more photos from Yao & Pau’s chance meeting.

Posted in 2008 Beijing Olympics

Confirmed report: Yao will carry the Chinese flag

Thursday, August 7th, 2008
by John

Here’s the article that confirms Yao will carry the flag for the Chinese delegation tomorrow.

Posted in 2008 Beijing Olympics

More video on the Olympic torch

Thursday, August 7th, 2008
by John

Here’s a better video of Tuesday’s torch run that included Yao:

Posted in 2008 Beijing Olympics

Crash course on manners

Thursday, August 7th, 2008
by John

We’ve all heard about the manners training that’s going on in China to prepare for the Westerners’ arrival for the Olympics. Here’s an excellent video that explores the topic in depth:

Posted in 2008 Beijing Olympics