# Olympic champion Liu Xiang seeks public advice on post-retirement options

https://mins.news/en/item/33839

- China News Service, 2026-08-27 02:44 UTC
- Sports
- Original: http://www.ecns.cn/cns-wire/2026-08-27/detail-ihfirzsm0917811.shtml

> Chinese Olympic champion Liu Xiang has asked the public whether he should accept a one-time settlement from Shanghai sports authorities or take a coaching post. He said he was unfamiliar with the buyout option and uncertain about coaching without prior experience. The Shanghai Sports Bureau said it would maintain communication with him and properly handle his retirement arrangements.