What they said

“Beijing 2022 can set a new benchmark for a sustainable Olympic Games, on one hand benefiting from the legacy of Beijing 2008 and on the other developing a new winter sports destination in a sustainable way.”

Thomas Bach, president of the International Olympic Committee

“I was stunned by the show. Every second revealed what a miracle it was in the eightminute performance.”

Wu Dajing on the teaser presentation for the Beijing 2022 Games, which was played during the closing ceremony in Pyeongchang

“We don’t have a lot of snow in the Beijing urban area, but venues in this area won’t be affected because they are for ice events and the opening and closing ceremonies.”

Chang Yu, the director of the media and communications department of the Beijing Organizing Committee for the 2022 Games

“Some of our players had to train abroad, and as for the public, even if they want to try the sport, they may have difficulty finding a place to play.”

Tan Weidong, China’s curling coach, on the country’s lack of professional venues

“I want to say, ‘Please be patient. See you in four years in Beijing’.”

Sui Wenjing, after winning a silver medal in pairs figure skating, with partner Han Cong