China's teenage 223cm basketball player 'just a little girl'
BEIJING: Chinese teenage basketball player Zhang Ziyu stands 223cm (7ft 4in) and towers over opponents at the Women’s World Cup – but off the court she’s “just a little girl.”
Beijing - Chinese teenage basketball phenom Zhang Ziyu, who stands at an impressive 223cm (7ft 4in), has been compared to NBA legend Shaquille O Neal. Despite her towering height, off the court the 19-year-old is just a little girl, according to teammate Han Xu. Zhang netted three points in just over ten minutes during China's 74-70 overtime win over the Czech Republic in Germany.
While she was more of a threat against reigning champions the United States, US superstar Caitlin Clark praised Zhang's potential, calling her a wonderful player whose size presents unique challenges. Clark and Han advised against placing undue expectations on the teenager, emphasizing her youth and ongoing development. Zhang's size has made her a viral sensation, but Clark stressed that she is still a young player who will continue to grow and learn, hinting at a promising future in women's basketball.
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