On social media

"Michael Phelps has 21 gold medals and I don't even have $21."

Mike, a Twitter user, comments on the swimming legend winning his 21st Olympic gold medal

"It seems that the new generation of Chinese athletes is quite different from the former one. The new generation is more optimistic, more relaxed and has stronger personalities. I feel it is more lovely. China has a brighter future, that is for sure."

William, a China Daily WeChat account follower

"People who said he cheated are very stupid - the same as people who are jealous of those who get higher scores in exams, and never take a look at themselves. To those people I say how about you going to the Olympics and competing? I bet you will lose."

Michelle Yu, a Facebook user, slams accusations against Chinese swimmer Sun Yang

"The UAE's Sergiu Toma wins bronze in the 81kg judo category at Rio. Historic moment for the country - just a second ever Olympic medal."

Matt Jones, a Twitter user, expresses his admiration

"Tonight, these Chinese ladies have defended the nation's dignity."

Bruno Bini, head coach of China's women's soccer team, on Tuesday's 0-0 draw with Sweden that sent the underdogs into the quarterfinals

"Hey man, this is Olympics. You've got to cheer up and wake up and get excited!"

Liu Guoliang, head coach of China's table tennis team