Discovery Science Ultimate Olympics

A look at how technology is changing the way the Olympics will be broadcast, judged and trained for and how this is the most technologically advanced Games yet.

China faces the final countdown as we go on a behind-the-scenes journey in this exclusive two-hour special to reveal the secrets of Beijing's unique Olympics.

Beijing set itself the challenge of becoming the ultimate Olympic city: hi-tech, green and distinctively Chinese. Will the people of Beijing manage their dreams?

China's rise up the Olympic medal table has been astounding and is second only to the USA. How will China claim first place at the Beijing Olympics?