Zhuang Xiaoyan

Zhuang Xiaoyan (庄晓岩; born 4 May 1969) is a Chinese judo coach, former international judo champion, and winner of the gold medal for judo in the women's +72 kg (heavyweight) division at the 1992 Summer Olympics. Her medal was China's first Olympic gold medal in judo.

Early life Zhuang was born on 4 May 1969 in Shenyang, Liaoning, China. She initially trained in shot put, discus, and javelin, but changed to judo at the age of 14 years.

Competitive judo career In 1986, Zhuang joined the Chinese national judo team. Her coach for international competition was Liu Yongfu. She was listed at in height and in weight.

Following her Olympic victory, Zhuang married and had twin daughters, but separated from her husband a few years later. Her fingerprints and footprints are preserved in the flagstones of Beidaihe Olympic Avenue Park, Beidaihe District, along with those of 44 other Chinese Olympic champions. She now trains judo competitors at the Liaoning provincial institute of sports technology.