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
Mon, 11 Aug, 2008 - 01:00

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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