Young Beijinger eyes future Olympics as interest in winter sports rises

"I want to participate as an athlete and win a mascot like Bing Dwen Dwen as my prize," he said.

"Playing ice hockey has given me bruises on my legs and arms, but I enjoy the physical improvement. Learning has also given me a big impetus to start rock climbing, which is another passion," he said.

Wang Yang, the boy's coach at the club, said that the Beijing Winter Olympics have impressed his students and broadened their knowledge of the sport.