China Athlete Accused: Tripping Rival in Race

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By NTD Newsroom
February 9, 2022China in Focus
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Controversy is erupting over Team China—with one of its Olympic speed skaters accused of tripping a fellow competitor mid-race.

During the last lap, speed skater Fan Kexin was spotted sliding a race marker under the foot of Canadian opponent Alyson Charles—causing her to fall.