Sideline Story

Chinese Formula One driver Zhou Guanyu’s seat at Sauber is uncertain for 2025 as he is yet to extend his contract with the team. Will he remain an F1 driver next year? Also in this episode, we look at the fierce battle between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris over the driver's championship near the end of the season, and examine the reasons behind Red Bull's decline midway through the season.

In this special edition of Sideline Story, we bring you exclusive interviews with Olympians Yohan Blake and Armand Duplantis. Veteran Jamaican sprinter Blake will be participating in his fourth Olympic Games, hoping to win the gold medal in the men’s 100m for the first time in his career. Duplantis is going to Paris as the defending champion in men’s pole vault and the world recorder holder in the sport. How are their preparations looking for Paris 2024? What is their vision for the Games?

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 as the favorite so far? We try to unpack those in this episode of Sideline Story. Also, we touch on the Chinese elements appearing in the continental tournament and what roles they have played.

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 national competitions with his unique coaching methods. Affectionately known as Laofa, or the French papa, Moal has built a deep bond with his riders, who have almost become his family members. Hear Moal’s story and find out more about the team in this episode of Sideline Story.

Chinese athletes have put up consistent performances at the Paris Olympics in sports they traditionally dominate, but they have had some close calls in their medal pursuit. How is the Chinese contingent looking? What are some other highlights at the Games? Also in this episode, we touch on some interesting stories that occurred away from competition in Paris.