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25:00

Are Miami Heat at their wit's end?

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2023/06/08

The Denver Nuggets dominated Game 3 of the NBA Finals in a similar manner as when they beat the Miami Heat in Game 1. Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray each notched triple doubles in the blowout win. Are the Heat out of strategies to cope with the pair and other Denver shooters? Why is Jimmy Butler suddenly popular among Chinese fans? Also in this episode, we touch on why the Nuggets-Heat match-up is one of the NBA Finals series with the lowest ratings.

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25:00

Have Grand Slam appearances become routine for...

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2023/06/03

Chinese players made history at the French Open as Zhang Zhizhen became the first player from the Chinese mainland to break into the men's singles last 32 at Roland Garros, while Wang Xinyu also created a personal best in Paris. Is it the start of Grand Slam successes for Chinese players? Also in this episode, we discuss how title contenders including Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz are doing at the clay-court major.

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What does Nadal's absence mean to French Open men's...

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2023/05/25

The French Open is set to have probably the most open men's singles competition since 2005 when king of clay Rafael Nadal first played at Roland Garros. Nadal will be absent from the tournament for the first time in his career due to a hip injury. In this episode, we look at who are the favorites to stand out from the wild competition in Paris and whether Nadal can win another Grand Slam in the remainder of his playing career. Also, we list the Chinese players that fans should keep an eye on when

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25:00

Is China's badminton dominance on decline?

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2023/05/19

Badminton's biggest mixed team event, the Sudirman Cup, is underway in Suzhou, China. As the most successful country in the event with a record 12 trophies, China aims to defend the title in front of the home crowd but there are some setbacks. In this episode we look at what is going on with the Chinese team's title bid, and discuss whether Team China's dominance in major badminton tournaments is declining.

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25:00

How did Real Madrid keep Erling Haaland quiet?

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2023/05/12

The UEFA Champions League semifinals saw Manchester City and Real Madrid play out a 1-1 draw at Santiago Bernabeu with Erling Haaland largely kept quiet on the night. Was he locked by Real's defensive line? Why didn't Pep Guardiola make any changes during the game? Also, we discuss what earned Inter Milan a win against their city rivals, and touch on the VAR controversies in the two first leg games.

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25:00

How difficult is it to become a chess world champion?

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2023/05/05

Ding Liren has become the first Chinese male player to win the World Chess Championship after a tense match against Ian Nepomniachtchi. How was his journey to the triumph? What's the story of this newly crowned world champion? What does his win mean to Chinese chess development? In this episode we discuss Ding's unbelievable title run. Also, we reflect on the achievements of an already successful Chinese women's chess team and their glory in the world of chess.

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25:00

What went wrong for the Milwaukee Bucks?

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2023/04/28

The Milwaukee Bucks have shockingly crashed out the NBA playoffs in the opening round at the hands of Jimmy Butler and his Miami Heat. Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo denied that their season was a failure despite the fact that Milwaukee only won one game in the playoffs as the top seed in the whole league. In this episode we analyze what led to the Bucks' elimination. Also, we discuss the title hopes for the Phoenix Suns and the surprise runs of the Los Angeles Lakers so far in the NBA

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25:00

Is Italian football returning to its old glory?

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2023/04/21

With a Milan derby to be staged in the UEFA Champions League semifinals, Italy is assured a team in the final of the elite European club competition for the first time in six years. Is Italy's football coming back to its peak or is it just a flash in the pan? We try to figure out in this episode of football discussions. Also, we touch on the heavyweight clash between Real Madrid and Manchester City in the other semifinal tie and analyze the key to each club's progression.

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25:00

Fans back to Chinese Super League after three years...

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2023/04/14

The new season of the Chinese Super League kicks off with the home-and-away format resuming and spectators returning to stadiums after three years of pandemic disruption. Will it be a restart for the financially struggling league and clubs? Which new stadiums will be unveiled? In this episode we discuss everything you need to know about the 2023 CSL season.

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25:00

Is Messi's PSG career in countdown?

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2023/04/07

PSG fans have started booing Lionel Messi over his club performance, while Barcelona fans chanted his name in this week's El Clasico. Is Messi's time with PSG coming to an end? Would he go back to Barca? Also in this episode, we touch on the latest Copa del Rey clash between Real Madrid and Barcelona, and recall the best moments of El Clasico games in history. In addition, we discuss if Jurgen Klopp in Liverpool is entering another dismal cycle like the one he went through with Borussia Dortmund. We

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25:00

What makes a village basketball game equal NBA...

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2023/03/31

A recently concluded amateur basketball tournament at Taipan village in Guizhou Province has become a phenomenon in China, attracting tens of thousands of spectators into the stands and drawing attention online. The games are renowned for an electric atmosphere and grassroots participation from rural areas. People call it the "Village BA," termed after the popular CBA and NBA leagues. In this episode, we try to find out what makes the games held in the tiny, remote village so special, and what's

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Record night for Ronaldo, but can he earn call-up at...

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2023/03/24

As Euro 2024 qualifiers get underway, we take a look at defending champion Italy's qualification hopes as well as England's promising squad as Harry Kane became England's all-time top scorer. Meantime, Cristiano Ronaldo reached another milestone for the most international caps in men's games. Will there be a place for him in Portugal's Euro 2024 squad? Finally, we analyze Team China's friendly against New Zealand, the first game since new coach Aleksandar Jankovic took charge, and see what has

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25:00

Players born after millennium changing Chinese...

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2023/03/17

In this episode, we touch on the rising talents in Chinese basketball and their amazing performances in the latest rounds of CBA action. We also discuss the differences these prospects have brought to the league and how they could shape the future Chinese national team. Finally, we take a look at the trend of Chinese women's basketball stars choosing to open a chapter of their careers overseas by joining WNBA teams.

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25:00

Is reaching 2026 World Cup realistic for Team China?

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2023/03/10

Newly appointed coach Aleksandar Jankovic has set the goal of leading the Chinese national football team to the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals. Meantime, China's youth team shone at the U-20 Asian Cup, advancing to the knockout stages for the first time in nine years. How realistic are China's World Cup chances? Also, should top Chinese football officials preserve the naturalization policy to introduce more overseas talents?

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25:00

Who can stop Verstappen in new F1 season?

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2023/03/03

In this episode, we preview the 2023 Formula One racing season and analyze the potential title challengers to defending champion Max Verstappen and his Red Bull team. We also touch on the prospects of Chinese driver Zhou Guanyu, who is entering his second season on the F1 grid and has delivered promising performances during pre-season testing. Finally, we make our predictions for the winner of the season opening Bahrain Grand Prix.

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25:00

Real Madrid's secret sauce: can it help them to...

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2023/02/24

What's the secret behind Real Madrid's powerful comebacks at the Champions League no matter how grim the situations look? Will their winning formula help them lift another title this season? In this episode, we'll also discuss how teams performed in this week's matches and which ones have better chances at progression.

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Which of PSG and Chelsea has better chance of making...

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2023/02/17

In this episode, we touch on the latest UEFA Champions League last 16 games, and analyze which of the first leg losers -- PSG, Tottenham, Chelsea and Brugge -- has the greatest opportunity to trigger a comeback in the return leg next month. Also, we look into the English Premier League's financial charges against Manchester City and discuss whether it could affect the English powerhouse's Champions League title pursuit this season.

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Has LeBron James surpassed Michael Jordan as NBA No. 1?

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2023/02/10

As LeBron James toppled Kareem Abdul-Jabbar from the perch of the NBA scoring charts, we discuss whether he has become the greatest of all time in the league. We also list his legacy and impact on the game after achieving the feat, and analyze whether James can win another NBA title before he calls time on his playing career.

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How are Olympic venues being used one year after...

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2023/02/03

On the one-year anniversary of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, we take a look at the legacy of the Beijing Games, including the rapid development of ice and snow sports in China, the post-Games use of the venues and the upgrade of winter sports infrastructure across the country. We also discuss in what way the Games have changed the Chinese people's lives.

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Which deal is the best so far in European football...

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2023/01/27

In this episode we take a look at deals the big European clubs have made during the January transfer window, including some headline moves by Liverpool, Chelsea and Bayern Munich. Also, we discuss whether Cristiano Ronaldo joining Al Nasser is the best option for him. Finally, we pick our fantasy transfers for our favorite clubs that could happen in the future.

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