Why is China doing better than India in sporting events?

#8 Large delegation

The Chinese delegation at the London Olympics Opening ceremony

China sent a total of 396 athletes to compete in 23 sports at the 2012 London games. India sent 83 athletes to participate in 13 sporting events.

This explains the presence of Chinese athletes in almost every sporting event at the Olympics. The more the athletes, the more chances to win a medal – it is that simple!

India need to look to participate in a majority of events and for that to happen, the necessary support required for athletes to take up a sport like diving for example must be provided.