The Lebanese ski coach Naim Fenianos(make)a name for himself in China after he was spotted dancing at the athletes' entrance ceremony of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. Some compared him to Deng Chao, a popular star in China, also likes to display interesting dance moves.
The 29-year-old coach, whose nickname is Nino, says he did not want to make a regular entrance during opening ceremony. "I wanted to express, my own way, the excitement and joy I felt for taking part in the Olympics," he says.
Nino has been a ski coach for over three years now and could not be (happy) about his first experience at the biggest and most prestigious (有声望的) sports event in the world. He admires China's perfect (organize) of the Olympic Games and (thank) the helpful and friendly volunteers. "The COVID-19 measures were absolutely perfect. We felt very safe and protected," he notes.
"We need a budget to train for around eight to nine months every year in different ( part) of the world," he says, (add) that support is needed three to four years ahead of a big event for a Lebanese athlete to be able to be competitive.
Nino says his unique experiences, as well as the friendly and warm atmosphere he felt in China, have encouraged him to revisit the country soon (learn) more about its culture and people.