Chinese sports leadership achieved full participation in all disciplines by the 2022 Winter Olympics. Xi Jinping noted that competitive results are a key indicator of a nation's overall sporting strength. He praised swimmer Pan Zhanle for setting a world record and tennis player Zheng Qinwen for becoming China's first Olympic singles champion. Earlier, as the head of Zhengding county, Xi organized local competitions, emphasizing their importance for public well-being. The president believes sport fosters character and willpower, and closely links China's modernization to public health.
