Debate Over China’s Win-At-All Cost Philosophy

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China's Liu Xiang falls after he crashed into the first hurdle in his men's 110m hurdles round 1 heat at the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium. (Photo: REUTERS/David Gray)

China's Liu Xiang falls after he crashed into the first hurdle in his men's 110m hurdles round 1 heat at the London 2012 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium. (Photo: REUTERS/David Gray)

China places a lot of pressure on its Olympic athletes to bring home the gold.

Winning is a metaphor for the country’s success and power, but that philosophy is putting too much pressure on its athletes.

Anchor Lisa Mullins talks with the head of the BBC’s Chinese Service, Raymond Li.

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