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China's Olympic Glory: The Journey of Young Athletes
This is a documentary about China's sports schools and the rigorous training young athletes undergo in hopes of achieving Olympic success. It highlights the dedication and hard work of these athletes as they strive to be selected for...
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The Agony and Ecstasy of Former Chinese Athletes
This video tells the stories of two former athletes in China who faced setbacks in their sporting careers but found new paths in life. Despite their dreams of becoming Olympic-level athletes being cut short by injuries, they have shown...
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How Chinese Athletes Deal with Injuries
This video depicts the harsh reality of injured athletes who attended sports schools in China and what life has to offer after athletes retire. China's Forgotten Heroes part 3/10
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The Transition from Chinese Sports Schools to Normal Life
This video follows Yang Long Chao, who is training to be a wrestler as he decides to make the move from sport schools to an ordinary life. China's Forgotten Heroes part 10/10
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Life After Sports in China
This video shows the reality of life for athletes in China who have retired and the struggle they face to create a new life with limited opportunities and resources. China's Forgotten Heroes part 4/10
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The Financial Challenges Faced by Retiring Athletes in China
This video highlights the difficulties that many athletes are confronted with when retired. Where can one learn new skills? How does one create a sustainable new life? China's Forgotten Heroes part 6/10
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Former Athletes Learning New Skills
This video shows the hardships of life for retired athletes in China as they try and learn new skills that they miss out on because of the intensity of sports schools. China's Forgotten Heroes part 5/10