1.He was born in Taipei, 1990. 2.He defeated Lin Dan in 2015. 3.He ranked 5th in Rio Olympic Games, 2016. Aim 1. Get the main idea of the profile; 2. Predict content with the title and questions; 3. Learn the athletic spirits and reflect on your own attitude towards life. Goals, Guts, and Glory His way to success His qualities that lead him to the top … What was his dream when he was young? He wanted to be an Olympic champion. What common qualities do excellent athletes have? What challenge did Chou face during his career? A. Being too young B. A major injury C. Losing several times in a row D. Not making the Olympic team In the early stages of his career as a professional athlete, Chou found himself stuck in a losing streak. He’d lost 10 consecutive matches. Is he a talented athlete or a hard-working one? His attitude while training reflects that he is certainly the hardest working athlete. Where does his confidence come from? A. Family support B. His past successful experience C. Preparation and hard work What does his preparation require? For Chou, this kind of preparation requires self-discipline, a regular routine as well as a balanced diet . But ultimately, it takes daily concentration . What does Chou want to encourage young people to do? The message is: forgetting to goal. and , forward toward the Fan Meeting 1. Fans prepare questions. 2. Chou Tien-Chen tries to answer. Homework: Design a poster about Chou Tien-Chen or your favorite super star.