
The Next Generation of Chinese Hurdlers: Athletes Emerge to Fill Liu Xiang's Legacy
In a stunning turn of events, a 21-year-old Chinese athlete, Liu Junzhe, has emerged as a potential successor to the legendary Liu Xiang, China's iconic hurdler. On February 15, Liu Junzhe won the men's 60-meter hurdles at the 2025 National Indoor Athletics Grand Prix in Xi'an with a remarkable time of 7.53 seconds, just shy of Liu Xiang's national record of 7.41 seconds. This impressive achievement has sent shockwaves through the Chinese athletics community, with many hailing Liu Junzhe as the "new Liu Xiang." The young athlete's performance has not only drawn attention for its exceptional speed but also for his uncanny resemblance to Liu Xiang in certain angles.
















