Sideline Story
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How has Zheng Qinwen improved in her game?
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chinese tennis player Zheng Qinwen has achieved her personal best record at this year’s grand slam events. Which aspects of her game has she improve...
How did Sun Yang look in his first race back?
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chinese three-time Olympic swimming champion Sun Yang has returned to competition after over four years of suspension due to an anti-doping rule viola...
Double duty: athletes at both the Olympic and Paralympic Games
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games opened, there are two Olympian table tennis players continuing their journey in the French capital as Paralympic at...
Sports authorities lash out at online abuse of athletes in China
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Several Chinese sports governing bodies have criticized online abuse targeting athletes and teams, saying the problem has become increasingly intense ...
Is City still the favorite in the new EPL season?
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The new season of the English Premier League is upon us. Can Manchester City defend its title facing more competitive and hungry challengers? In this ...
French sportsmen in China: basketball trainer helps youths realize dreams
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of our "French sportsmen in China" series, we speak to French basketball trainer Patrick Regulier with the Zhejiang Lions’ youth tea...
No room for anti-doping double standards
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
While athletes put up amazing performances at the Paris Olympics, addressing the issue of doping that undermines the integrity of the prestigious comp...
Gains and misses from Chinese athletes at Paris 2024
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chinese athletes have put up consistent performances at the Paris Olympics in sports they traditionally dominate, but they have had some close calls i...
French sportsmen in China: Moal and his BMX team
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Frederic Moal is a French BMX racing coach in China. In charge of the Guizhou provincial team, he manages six young riders competing in various nation...
B-Girl Liu Qingyi wants to show 'Chinese style' at Paris 2024
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Emerging sports including break dancing and sports climbing have injected fresh impetus in the Paris Olympics with more attention from Generation Z sp...
French sportsmen in China: Yaya Sanogo's Qingdao journey
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of Sideline Story, we bring you the story of Yaya Sanogo, a French professional footballer now playing at Chinese club Qingdao...
What makes Paris Olympics special?
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Olympic Summer Games is returning to Paris after 100 years. What has made Paris 2024 different from previous editions of the Olympics? Also in thi...
Chinese golfer will shine at Olympics: Feng Shanshan
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special edition of Sideline Story, we bring you exclusive interviews with former LPGA world number one Feng Shanshan and Chinese women’s hur...
What makes the Open such an eagerly anticipated tournament?
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The season's last major golf tournament is underway in Scotland. We discuss this year's Open Championship that gathers golf's elite players including ...
What do Euro 2024 and Copa America say about two styles of football?
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Football fans have enjoyed a dream summer of football as Euro 2024 and Copa America coincide this year. While appreciating both tournaments, what have...
Chinese players make history at Wimbledon
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A record number of 11 Chinese players participated at Wimbledon this year, including Zhang Zhizhen, who became the first seeded men’s singles player...
Zhang Zhilei: I hope to show Chinese power to the world
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special edition of Sideline Story, we bring you an exclusive interview with Chinese heavyweight boxer Zhang Zhilei. Zhang labored to an impres...
Who surprised the most among Euro’s last 16?
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Euro 2024 saw some unexpected results after the group stage, good or bad. Who triggered the biggest shock? Who disappointed the most? Who stands out a...
Yohan Blake aims high for his last Olympics
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special edition of Sideline Story, we bring you exclusive interviews with Olympians Yohan Blake and Armand Duplantis. Veteran Jamaican sprinte...
Cui Yongxi, the next Chinese player in the NBA?
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chinese basketballer Cui Yongxi is taking part in the 2024 NBA draft. We share our opinions on whether the 21-year-old could become the 7th Chinese pl...
What could go wrong for Euro 2024 favorite England?
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
England is among the top favorites for the Euro 2024 title with a luxurious squad at head coach Gareth Southgate’s disposal, but what might hinder t...
Is outgoing coach an X-factor for India at T20 World Cup?
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Indian coach Rahul Dravid has announced his departure after the T20 Cricket World Cup. Will it impact India’s campaign as the team aims to win the t...
Was Nadal’s opening round exit a shock?
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rafael Nadal was knocked out in the French Open opening round for the first time in his career after a straight sets defeat to Alexander Zverev. Does ...
Is Man City the most dominant force in Premier League history?
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Manchester City has won a historic fourth consecutive English Premier League title, setting a new record. But does it mean they have become the most d...
Young guns taking over NBA playoffs
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the early postseason exit for superstars LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant and more big names, the NBA Playoffs seems to have switched to...
How did Bayern throw away the Champions League victory?
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Real Madrid knocked out Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League semifinals after a dramatic comeback victory at home. What happened to Bayern in th...
Can Arsenal dethrone City?
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Arsenal is again trying to catch Manchester City in the final stages of this season's English Premier League title. Will the Gunners learn lessons aft...
Winning formula: Inter Milan and its Chinese boss
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Inter Milan has secured its 20th Serie A title after a dominant season in Italian football. How did the club build the championship winning team amid ...
Chinese GP back, alongside first Chinese F1 driver
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Formula One Chinese Grand Prix has returned after a three-year hiatus. The meaning of the race is two-fold, as it also features the first ever Chi...
Can Real avoid another flop against City?
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Real Madrid and Manchester City are back at the starting line after an eye-catching draw at Bernabeu in the opening leg of their Champions League quar...
Does Djokovic really need a new coach?
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Novak Djokovic is in a search of a new coach after a shocking decision to part ways with his title winning partner Goran Ivanisevic. Is it a wise move...
What does Kroos’ return to national team mean for Germany?
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Toni Kroos has emerged from retirement from international football and rejoined “Die Mannschaft.” He wasted no time in proving his worth in the te...
Can Ivankovic lead China to 2026 World Cup?
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
China’s national football team has begun another quest for the FIFA World Cup under new coach Branko Ivankovic. What has the Croatian got to work wi...
Man City, Liverpool, or Arsenal for the EPL title?
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Three teams are leading what could be the closest title race for the English Premier League this season. Will Liverpool win it as a farewell gift to J...
Can LeBron James' 40,000-point achievement be matched?
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
LeBron James is the first person in NBA history to reach the 40,000-point milestone in an illustrious career that has lasted two decades and is still ...
Could 2024 make or break Zhou Guanyu’s future in F1?
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The new Formula One season gets underway in Bahrain this weekend. Will it be another season of Red Bull dominance? How will Lewis Hamilton’s move to...
Is Bayern’s Bundesliga title defense over?
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bayern Munich is at risk of its first trophy-less season in more than a decade. In this episode, we share our thoughts on the reasons behind their str...