Sideline Story Podcast
1) The tanking dilemma: Can NBA really fix losing on purpose?
Is strategic losing ruining the game—or is it just smart business? This week on Sideline Story, we break down the NBA’s latest proposals to curb tanking. From flattening lottery odds to banning consec...Show More
2) Beijing 2022 legacy: Skating passion, four years on
From the century-old ice of Shichahai to the Olympic-caliber rinks of the Ice Cube, Beijing's skating culture is thriving once again. We follow the city's frozen rhythms—meeting retirees who greet the...Show More
3) From breakthroughs to belief: China’s winter rise at Milano-Cortina
At the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics, China’s progress is no longer just about individual stars. While Gu Ailing once again showcased elite composure, a younger generation delivered historic firsts i...Show More
4) From Beijing to Milano-Cortina: Legacies & new beginnings
Join Sideline Story to look ahead to the 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics. From the unique dual-city setup blending Italian urban culture with Alpine beauty, to the lasting impacts of Beijing 2022—...Show More
5) Beijing 2022 legacy: China's next ice hockey generation
Four years after the Beijing Winter Olympics, the ice hockey legacy is being written not by elite athletes, but by children in the Chinese capital. From Olympic venues turned training grounds to dream...Show More
6) China's U-23 breakthrough: A new beginning for Chinese football?
This week on Sideline Story, we turn to a rare bright moment for Chinese football. China's U-23 national team has made history by reaching the Asian Cup final for the first time, the country's best re...Show More
7) When Xabi Alonso met Real Madrid: Why the project fell apart?
This week on Sideline Story, we turn to Real Madrid and the early end of Xabi Alonso's time at the Bernabeu. We look beyond the results to explore why a coach praised for his structure and tactical cl...Show More
8) Why did Manchester United sack Ruben Amorim now?
This week, Sideline Story looks at the shock dismissal of Ruben Amorim at Manchester United. We break down why United chose to sack their head coach while still in the top-four race, examine how a ten...Show More
9) Beijing 2022 legacy: Chongli’s snow economy boom
As the world looks ahead to the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026, Sideline Story host Yang Guang takes winter sports lovers back to the slopes of Beijing 2022 to explore a lasting legacy in mo...Show More
10) Reliving 2025's unforgettable sports moments
Join Sideline Story on this special year-end episode as we look back on the unforgettable moments, standout athletes, and biggest headlines that defined sports in 2025. From heart-stopping plays and e...Show More