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A ONE-WOMAN REVOLUTION.

Authors :
LARMER, BROOK
Source :
New York Times Magazine. 8/25/2013, p38-57. 7p.
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

The article profiles Chinese professional tennis player Li Na. Particular focus is given to her challenges in coping with the Chinese national sports system, including her attempt to quit tennis in 2002 at the age of 20, her marriage to coach Jiang Shan, and criticisms by the Chinese press. Topics include the granting of independence to Li from the Chinese national team in 2008, her victory in the French Open tournament in June 2011, and her popularity and celebrity endorsements in China.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00287822
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New York Times Magazine
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
89978458