Born: November 15, 1984 in Wenzhou, Zhejiang
Entry: 10m air rifle
Credentials: Gold at Athens 2004, gold at 2007 world championships
Why he'll win: Because he's best-equipped to break the 'home-venue curse'. Shooting is known for its unpredictability and final shot fiascos, and is one of the few sports where home court can be a disadvantage due to the pressure. Zhu, Olympic and world champion and winner of the Good Luck Beijing test event, is known for his consistency and will thrive on the added intensity. 'If the Olympics open tomorrow, I am ready,' he says. Coach Wang Yifu, a six-time Olympic medallist, knows talent when he sees it: 'He is calm and composed ... He will be one of our most reliable forces.'
Who can stop him: Alin George Moldoveanu (Romania), Peter Sidi (Hungary)
Final: Monday 11th
