Olympics to spur winter sport sector

Xi urges 2022 Games venues to deliver high-quality facilities

President Xi Jinping's support for the winter sports industry has triggered an enthusiastic response from the sector, while experts are calling for an emphasis on management and staff training.

As skiers enjoyed their ride on the mountain slopes at Genting Resort in Zhangjiakou, Hebei province, on Monday, the unexpected visit of Xi to the skiing venue for the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics caused a sensation among winter sports fans and business insiders.