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The Olympics has indeed left Beijing with a rich material and spiritual legacy. The most visible of the material legacy are the spectacular sports venues, but perhaps equally, if not more, important are the sports-related industries and talents. The Games have also left us with ‘five spirits’: patriotism, professionalism, devotion, innovation and teamwork, as well as the spirit of sport and volunteer work. The Olympics has played a positive role in establishing a democratic, open, civilized and prosperous image of China … Beijing has benefited greatly from the Games, which has helped improve its infrastructure and urban eco-system, and upgrade its expertise in modern management. This lasting legacy will continue to play an important role in propelling the city’s sustainable development.
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Poynter, G. (2012). The Olympics: East London’s Renewal and Legacy. In: Lenskyj, H.J., Wagg, S. (eds) The Palgrave Handbook of Olympic Studies. Palgrave Macmillan, London. https://doi.org/10.1057/9780230367463_32
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