The Rise and Fall of Gerd Bonk, World Champion of Doping
An article delving into the state sponsored doping programme undertaken by the East German government in the 1970s.
Gold Rush: Inside British Cycling’s Medal Factory
A look at the Great Britain cycling team – hugely successful, but increasingly embattled.
A Journey into the Wild, Complex and Unique World of Football in Iran
As is so often the case with sport, this piece on football in Iran contains numerous insights about society and politics, as women fight to be allowed to to attend matches, players face sanctions for making political statements, and the game is buffeted by revolution and regime change. Amidst all this, the passion of the fans is as intense as anywhere else in the world.