Chinese Olympic Talent Spotters Prove Their Worth In Gold

Chinese sports officials scour China in search of children who display physical features suitable for certain disciplines and teachers are advised on how to spot talented tots. The chosen ones are placed in special schools enduring a grueling training regime and absolute obedience to the coach – much like the Soviet system of the cold war era.
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