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I am a basketball player, and I would like to focus my energy on basketball. The other things, I would rather not do. It is not something I am greatly interested in, but I know it is my responsibility.
Yao Ming
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Yao Ming
Age: 44
Born: 1980
Born: September 12
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Ming Yao
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