Class shows as US shake off inspired hosts

THE United States beat China 101-70 in one of the most eagerly awaited events of the Olympic Games last night.

Class shows as US shake off inspired hosts

US President George Bush was among the spectators as the Chinese took a surprise lead thanks to 7ft 6in Yao Ming, who plays for Houston Rockets.

The American class showed in the end, with Dwayne Wade scoring 19 points.

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