Beijing, 25 May – Comments from gold medalist Li Xiangyu (CHN, JIN) after the Men’s 800m Final at the National Stadium on Sunday.

On his performance:
“I am not satisfied with the result. My legs were a little bit stiff, because tem days ago I participated in the Beijing Inter-collegiate Sports Meet representing Tsinghua University. I am a little exhausted. This result just reached my training level.”

On his strategy:
“In the first tap my teammate tool the lead, but he ran a bit slow. But the most important thing is I’m not in a good shape.”

On his qualification for the Olympic:
“I reached the B standard last year (1.46.67), so I still have the chance in June in Suzhou to strive for the Olympic qualification. I can be much better then.”

William FILIP (SUD) – Bronze Medalist

On his performance:
“I had a hard time accelerating because my legs felt uncomfortable.”

On why his teammate BAKHIT (SUD) did not wear her shoes when competing in the Women’s 800m:
“She does have shoes, but she may feel more comfortable without them.”

XIA Xiudong (CHN, ZHJ) – Silver Medalist

On his performance:
“I’m satisfied with my performance. Today the sprint part is my best, and it’s also my advantage in my training.”

On Li Xiangyu (CHN,JIN), the gold medalist:
“He is the best athlete in this event. His advantage is his speed and stamina.”