Leader Tunnicliffe on course for Laser Radial gold

QINGDAO: Although a debutant at the Beijing Olympic Games, Anna Tunnicliffe of the United States has a strong chance to take gold in the women's one-person Laser Radial class.

After four races, she ranks first in the overall standings.

Though this is her first time at the Olympics, the 26-year-old is already a veteran with 17 years of sailing experience and accomplishments.