China's Li wins women's 50km elite cross-country at FIS Changchun event

Chinese skier Li Hongxue won the women's 50km elite cross-country skiing race for the sixth time at the International Ski Federation (FIS) Changchun event on Friday.

Li, who had previously won the event five times - in 2004, 2005, 2006, 2009 and 2011, clocked 2 hours 42 minutes 16.3 seconds for her sixth title.

"I cannot really remember how many times I took part in the event, but accumulating points is an exciting matter for me," said Li.

Compatriots Chi Chunxue and Ma Qinghua finished second and third respectively to complete the podium finish for China. Another Chinese Man Dandan, who won the 1.6km skiing, only finished in fifth place.

Swedish skier Bob Niemi-Impola grabbed the men's 50km title with a time of 2 hours 17 minutes 6 seconds, followed by Chinese skiers Shang Jincai and Tang Jinle.

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