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China - $51,000 (350,000 yuan)

Central sports officials in China have not said how high the bonuses they give will be, but the Chinese-language Sports Weekly reported they are likely to hand gold medal winners 350,000 yuan ($51,000) each, plus big payments shared out from sponsors.

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The US Olympic committee pays an award bonus of $25,000 for a gold medal.

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How much money do Chinese athletes get for winning the gold medals?

None, they don't even get paid it is just a good thing for their country.


How much do the us athletes get paid for winning silver and bronze medals?

Athletes do not get paid for winning any of the medals. It is the honor for them and their country. Some do get endorsements from various companies like Nike, but for most they go home to their normal lives.


How much do other countries pay for winning gold medals?

Countries are not encouraged to pay anything to winners for the actual win. Countries can, however, assist with expense compensation. Winners most likely will receive compensation for their efforts, down time, and for promotional activities before and after the olympics from private and public corporations.


How much money did Michael phelps get for winning eight gold medals?

65 Million including endorsements


How much money does the us swim team get paid for winning the gold medal?

Nothing; most Olympic athletes make money from endorsement deals and other ways of trading on their fame such as book deals, television commentary, interviews, etc. Many, particularly in less popular sports have regular jobs, or are supported by their families.


How much do british athletes get paid for winning gold medals?

Olympic athletes are amateurs. They do not get paid. Britain does not award cash to medal winners. Other countries in the UK might award cash to their medal winners.


How many athletes participated in the 2012 Olympics?

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How much does a Grenada athletic get for winning gold medal?

No one is paid for winning Olympic medals directly. However winning one may improve some ones chances of getting a sponsor and advertising contract.


How much gold medals does Usain Bolt have?

He has 3 gold medals from the Olympics.


How much gold medals does peter snell have?

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How much gold medals and silver medals and bronze medals did nadia comaneci win?

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How much gold is in the olympic medals?

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