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Lang Ping and Michael Jordan are two "Living Legends of Sports". They are 【小题1】 (athlete) mastering in their sports and also set good examples for others.
A s a player, Lang Ping brought honour and glory to 【小题2】 (she) country. As a coach, she led the China women's volleyball team to medals at world championships and the Olympics. As a person, Lang Ping 【小题3】 (love) by fans at home and abroad. When the Chinese team was preparing for the 2015 World Cup, her determination was tested. The team that Lang Ping had built was falling apart. One of the best players had been injured, and the team captain had to leave because of heart problems. 【小题4】 (lose) two important players was 【小题5】 big challenge, but Lang Ping did not lose heart. She faced difficulties 【小题6】 (brave) and the team finally won the game.
Michael Jordan, 【小题7】 was known as "Air Jordan", changed basketball with his graceful moves and jumps. Jordan's skills were 【小题8】 (impress), but the mental strength that he showed made him unique. Jordan says that the secret to his success is learning 【小题9】 his failures. Losing games taught him 【小题10】 (practise) harder and never give up.