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Chinese teenager with autism swims toward victory

STORY: Chinese teenager with autism swims toward victory DATELINE: April 2, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:12 LOCATION: HAIKOU, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): CHEN XUNHU, Father of Chen Xingrong SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): CHEN XUNHU, Father of Chen Xingrong SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): CHEN XUNHU, Father of Chen Xingrong STORYLINE: Born in China's southernmost province of Hainan, Chen Xingrong, 16, was diagnosed with autism when he was a baby. In spite of all the hardships in life, Chen managed to become an outstanding swimmer, thanks to relentless training and the love and support of his family and community members. Last year, he won five medals, including a gold, at the 11th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 8th National Special Olympics Games. The story of Chen's family has come to the fore, as World Autism Awareness Day is observed on Saturday. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): CHEN XUNHU, Father of Chen Xingrong "I learned that swimming could help people with autism enhance their vita

Chinese teenager with autism swims toward victory

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