"Historically, China is not a nation of sportsmen. We traditionally put more emphasis on being close to nature than pushing endlessly to excel. A philosophy that values tranquil contemplation of the landscape cannot easily be adapted to the Olympic, slogan of 'higher, stronger, faster.'"
Tranquility

January 1, 1970

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