Begging gymnast gets new grip on life
By Wang Huazhong | China Daily | Updated: 2011-07-18 08:03
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Zhang Shaowu, a former champion gymnast, displays some of his gold medals in Wangfujing on Friday. The 27-year-old has been making a living as a performer and beggar after leaving the national team because of injury. Cai Yongjun / for China Daily |
BEIJING - Discovered begging in a Beijing subway station, Zhang Shangwu - a former champion gymnast turned thief - has been offered a wide choice of jobs and help, thanks to two days of extensive media coverage.
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