Article: Sanchez wins Spain first gold at Beijing Olymic Games

Sanchez wins Spain first gold at Beijing Olymic Games

BEIJING, Aug. 9 (Xinhua) -- Cyclist Samuel Sanchez claimed Spain's first gold at the Beijing Olympics after winning the men's road race here on Saturday afternoon.

The 30-year-old Spanish man clocked six hours, 23 minutes and 49 seconds to take the gold after a supreme display of team riding.

"I even did not notice it is the first gold for my delegation," Sanchez said. "I just concentrated on the race and did not think much about it."

Sanchez demonstrated his endurance and stamina through team work and pulled out the leading group at the last 200 meters to seal the win.

"It's like a dream. I still could not believe I won the gold. I ...

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