Many viewers mistook�Cosmic Girls' Cheng Xiao�for a professional rhythmic�gymnast as she proudly took home gold at the�'2016 Idol Star Athletics Championship'. Even after the show, Cheng Xiao remained a hot issue with many still amazed by�her stellar performance.

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The idol star responded to such a flurry of compliments toward her during an interview with OSEN, and said, "Even though it was only for a short period, I'm happy that I've�achieved the good results I've worked hard for. I am especially happy that I was able to reward my teachers and staff members." She also talked about her members, saying, "I saw them cheering for me, and even crying while watching my performance. I ended up crying along with them."

Lastly, Cheng Xiao said, "I prepared about a month for it. It wasn't easy with other schedules and preparations for Cosmic Girls' new song 'Secret', but I really wanted to do well. I think I was able to show a good performance with the help of many. I want to appreciate them once again."

You can take a look at Cheng Xiao's amazing performance in the clip above.