Commentator let off with a warning

Overzealous commentator Huang Jianxiang has escaped with a warning for his famous anti-Australian pro-Italian rant during the World Cup. The CCTV commentator shocked millions of fans during the match last month when he screamed, 'I don't like Australians' and 'Long live Italy'.

Beijing newspapers reported yesterday that CCTV president Zhao Huayong took Huang to task at a special internal meeting, warning him of the seriousness of his outburst. All CCTV staff should take note, Zhao added. Huang showed a very sincere attitude during his 'self-examination', but he did not speak during the meeting, the Beijing Times reported.

A recent survey showed CCTV5 had 71 per cent share of the audience during World Cup broadcasts.