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How the Olympics’ Thirst for Youth Subculture Steamrolls the Sports We Love
Skateboarding, surfing, climbing, parkour, and breakdancing were gaining power in their own right—but once the IOC got involved, everything got very complicated.
The Morality Myth Behind the Modern Anti-Doping Movement
Drug testing in sports did not begin with the intent of creating a level playing field. Instead, early proponents believed sports doping was a "dangerous form of moral deception."
How Gymnastics Is Trying To Take Over Parkour And Make It An Olympic Sport
This fight isn't merely about parkour. It's about who controls the new youth-centric sports that are the Olympics' future.
IOC to Rio 2016: We Will Not Help Pay Your Olympic Debt
At this week's IOC Executive Board meeting, the Rio 2016 committee asked the IOC to help settle approximately $28 million in outstanding debt. The IOC, despite receiving $4 billion in TV rights for the Games, refused.
What Actually Happens When a Trans Athlete Transitions
Fears of trans women taking over women’s sports simply doesn’t match up with the reality of the effects that transitioning and hormone replacement therapy have on an athlete’s body.
Official at Both FIFA and IOC Resigns From Soccer-Related Roles Amidst Bribery Claims
The DOJ has indicted or accepted guilty pleas from more than 40 people since it opened its investigation on FIFA in 2015. That tally could soon jump significantly.
With Nine Months to Go, PyeongChang Winter Olympics Faces Possible Room Shortage
The 2018 Winter Olympics bid promised a compact Games, but a lack of accomodations may force fans to stay far and wide.
The Battle for Breaking on the Olympic Stage
Breaking will be included in the 2018 Youth Olympic Games, but many breakers fear the dance form is being co-opted for ulterior motives.
So, Wait, Who Should I Blame For This, the IOC or the NHL?
NHL players won't participate in the 2018 Winter Olympics. I am not happy about this and am looking for someone to blame.
The Olympics' Biggest Problem Is Its Unwavering Belief That It Has The Duty To Exist
"Have you ever asked yourself why you really love the Olympic and Paralympic Games?"