Uni student makes it count in Mathematical Olympiad

So maybe Alex Zhai doesn't have a zillion-dollar shoe contract, a phalanx of "people" to keep his adoring, autograph-wanting fans at bay, or a sweet three-point shot.

But he could probably beat the shot clock figuring the arc of descent on a three-pointer for you.

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