A lot of people interested in Yao Ming were interested in Peng even. Obviously, they're looking at it as a springboard into China. I don't think a lot of marketers are saying we want an endorsement from Peng because we want to sell more stuff in America. They're looking at the possibility of a contract with Peng because of the long-term potential in China. If she ends up being an outcast in China and can't compete there, that would defeat the whole purpose for everybody.

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