Sideline Story

Jan 31 2025 100 ep. 24 mins 24
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Join Sideline Story for all things sports – the hottest topics, latest events, juiciest stories and very personal takes.

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Athletes with snake-like traits

Jan 31 2025 25 mins  
As we celebrate the Chinese New Year, Sideline Story lists the sports stars that were born in the Years of the Snake and those who have snake-like traits in their playing style. Also in this episode, we discuss the special sports activities in China during the holiday season and look ahead to the sporting events to watch in the Year of the Snake.

Can Djokovic win one more Grand Slam title?

Jan 24 2025 25 mins  
Novak Djokovic quit the Australian Open semifinals due to injury, dashing his hopes for winning another Grand Slam trophy and breaking the record for the most major titles for a single player, male or female. Can he achieve this milestone before the end of his career? What does his Australian Open campaign say about his form? Also in this episode, we review the biggest upsets at Me

What’s behind Zheng Qinwen’s early Australian Open exit?

Jan 17 2025 25 mins  
Chinese player Zheng Qinwen crashed out of the Australian Open early in the second round after a straight sets loss to German veteran Laura Siegemund. What did she do wrong in the shock defeat? What does it take to be a real Grand Slam contender? Also in this episode, we take a look at Novak Djokovic and his new coach Andy Murray, and how the new partnership is doing at Melbourne P

What makes Harbin a special Asian Winter Games host?

Jan 09 2025 25 mins  
In this episode, we mark the countdown to the 2025 Asian Winter Games in Harbin. What highlights can we expect from the Games? Why is the northeastern city a special host for the event? Also, we take a look at the winter sports trend in China after the successful Beijing 2022 Olympic Winter Games.

Is James the best NBA player in his 40s?

Jan 03 2025 25 mins  
LeBron James is the only active player in the NBA to reach 40 years old. The veteran is averaging over 23 points per game and delivers consistent output this season. Is he the best 40-year-old player in league history? Who else did great in their 40s? Also in this episode, we take a look at other veteran players in the NBA and discuss how they are doing so far this season.

2024's sports stories to remember

Dec 26 2024 25 mins  
As we count down to 2025, Sideline Story reviews 2024 in international sports. We give our picks of the best sports stories of the year as well as the male and female athletes. We also take a look at back the most classic games of the past 12 months.

What’s the biggest sporting achievement for China in 2024?

Dec 20 2024 25 mins  
2024 was a banner year for Chinese athletes as they shone in traditionally strong sports for China and made breakthroughs in some other events, especially at the Paris Olympics. Sideline Story lists the biggest sporting achievements for China in the past year as well as the best male and female Chinese athletes of the year. Also in this episode, we reveal our expectations for Chine

NBA game returning to China, but why in Macao?

Dec 12 2024 25 mins  
NBA preseason games will make a return to China after a six-year hiatus. Macao will host two exhibition games in 2025 between the Brooklyn Nets and the Phoenix Suns. Why did organizers choose Macao as the host for the games? Also in this episode, we discuss Cui Yong’s recent performances in the NBA and G league as well as other highlights of the NBA so far this season.

What was the best F1 performance in 2024?

Dec 05 2024 25 mins  
The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix marks the end of the 2024 Formula One season. In this episode, we review those classic races and memorable moments on and off the track in the past year. We also look ahead to the 2025 season and list our expectations for the next season.

What’s behind City’s mid-season slump?

Nov 28 2024 25 mins  
Manchester City’s winless run has extended to six games after they squandered a 3-0 lead in the Champions League draw against Fenerbahçe. What led to City’s mid-season crisis apart from an injury plague? Does it indicate that Pep Guardiola’s possession intensive style has faced challenges? In this episode, we also analyze if City can retain the Premier League title this seas