From cash prizes to goats: what rewards do Olympic Medalists win depending on their country?

The summer Olympics is now in its second week, with the closing ceremony scheduled for this Sunday. The US has the most number of medals, but it's tied with China for the most number of Golds. In addition to the glory of winning, athletes also bag cash and other incentives from their home countries. Story by Delano D'Souza.

From cash prizes to goats: what rewards do Olympic Medalists win depending on their country?
The summer Olympics is now in its second week, with the closing ceremony scheduled for this Sunday. The US has the most number of medals, but it's tied with China for the most number of Golds. In addition to the glory of winning, athletes also bag cash and other incentives from their home countries. Story by Delano D'Souza.

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