1. Early life and background
Liu Xiao was born on November 8, 1987, in the city of Anshan, located in the People's Republic of China.
2. Fencing career
Liu Xiao's career as a fencer saw him compete internationally, with a significant appearance at the 2012 Summer Olympics where he participated in both individual and team events.
2.1. 2012 Summer Olympics
At the 2012 Summer Olympics held in London, Liu Xiao competed in two fencing disciplines: the men's individual sabre and the men's team sabre.
2.1.1. Men's individual sabre
In the men's individual sabre event at the 2012 London Olympics, Liu Xiao faced Diego Occhiuzzi of Italy in the Round of 32. He was defeated by a score of 9-15, leading to his elimination from the competition.
2.1.2. Men's team sabre
Liu Xiao was also part of the Chinese men's team sabre contingent at the 2012 Summer Olympics. The team ultimately secured a 6th place finish in the event.
3. External links
- [https://fie.org/athletes/13846 Liu Xiao] - International Fencing Federation
- [https://www.olympedia.org/athletes/122374 Liu Xiao] - Olympedia
- [https://web.archive.org/web/20180924070933/https://www.sports-reference.com/olympics/athletes/li/liu-xiao-1.html Liu Xiao] - Sports Reference