Reebok interviews Yao Ming and discusses his new sneakers

Considered to be one of the most popular Chinese athletes, the Houston Rockets forward, Yao Ming, talks about this once in a lifetime chance to play the Olympics on his home soil. Yao recognizes the value of the opponents at the Olympic tournament and the difficult challenge that lies ahead of him.

In celebration of the 2008 Summer Games, Reebok and Yao have launched a new signature limited-edition basketball shoe, the Pump Omni Hexride. Yao describes the design and inspiration behind the shoe, including personal touches like his own signature logo on the heel.