[1] With the awarding of the Games of the XXIX Olympiad of 2008 to Beijing in 2001, the government of China embarked on a program to increase its medal load.
'Thousand Island Lake), 500 km (310 mi) from Shanghai, and hired foreign coaches from around the world.
Project 119 failed to live up to billing in the swimming events, resulting in only one gold medal.
[6] Entering with a powerful team in rowing, Project 119 resulted in a single gold medal for the women's quad.
[7] The Beijing Olympics ended with China winning the most golds, while finishing second to the United States in total medals.