About Chen Xiaoxia
Born 1962. Chen Xiaoxia is a Chinese competitive diver and politician.
Chen Xiaoxia (Chinese: ιθι; born October 8, 1962) is a former Chinese diver and the first Chinese world champion in diving. She was dubbed "Diving Queen" by the US Swimming World Magazine.
Early life Chen was born in Dongguan, Guangdong Province.
Career Chen started diving training in 1973, and was recruited to Guangdong provincial team the next year. In 1976, she won 2nd place in national competition, and was admitted to Chinese national team the following year. In 1978, Chen competed at Asian Games and won gold medal in women's platform diving. She also claimed gold medal at the 1981 and 1983 FINA Diving World Cup. She retired after that.
In May 1986, Chen moved to the US.
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Chinese diver
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Chen Xiaoxia was born on 8 October 1962 in Dongguan.
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Chen Xiaoxia is a competitive diver and politician.
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