Hou Xuemei (born 27 February 1962 in Zhejiang) is a retired Chinese discus thrower. Her personal best throw was 68.62 metres, achieved in September 1988 in Tianjin. The Chinese, and Asian, record is currently held by Xiao Yanling with 71.68 metres. [1]
| Year | Competition | Venue | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Representing  China | ||||
| 1986 | Asian Games | Seoul, South Korea | 1st | 59.28 CR [2] |
| 1987 | Universiade | Zagreb, Yugoslavia | 3rd | [3] |
| World Championships | Rome, Italy | 14th | 58.26 m | |
| 1988 | Olympic Games | Seoul, South Korea | 8th | Discus |
| 1989 | Universiade | Duisburg, West Germany | 1st | [3] |
| World Cup | Barcelona, Spain | 2nd | [4] | |
| 1990 | Asian Games | Beijing, China | 1st | 63.56 CR [3] |
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