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The president of the Chinese Taekwondo and Karate Association, Guan Jianmin, says his country has a 70 percent chance of winning its first-ever Olympic karate gold medal in Tokyo.
Despite the difficulties brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, Guan is still optimistic about their prospects at the Tokyo Olympics, which have been delayed until 2021.
However, he also admitted there are uncertainties brought by the Games' postponent.
"Although our squad are in a good state right now, this cannot be guaranteed one year later."
"However, it is fair to all the athletes. We still hope that in a year's time, China's national flag can be raised in the Olympics karate arena," Guan said.
Karate is one of five new sports added to the Olympic program specifically for the Tokyo Games.
"There have been many Chinese karate world champions before. I will try my best to inherit the honor," said Yin Xiaoyan, who secured China's first Olympic karate berth.
"My goal is to stand on the top of the podium at the Olympic Games," Yin added. "The Olympic qualification tournament has not ended yet, and our karate team hopes to secure more berths."
