villa4europe Posted July 28, 2021 Share Posted July 28, 2021 How does the qualification work? I thought that the host nation got a free qualifier for each event (if they want it) so that'll more or less automatically ensure that they have more athletes After that I'd guess its just a pride thing giving them a huge boost resulting in lifetime performances, especially impressive with no crowds there, their position in the table will drop off once things like athletics and cycling start, they're a good tough target for GB 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo985 Posted July 28, 2021 VT Supporter Share Posted July 28, 2021 10 minutes ago, villa4europe said: How does the qualification work? I thought that the host nation got a free qualifier for each event (if they want it) so that'll more or less automatically ensure that they have more athletes After that I'd guess its just a pride thing giving them a huge boost resulting in lifetime performances, especially impressive with no crowds there, their position in the table will drop off once things like athletics and cycling start, they're a good tough target for GB I think it's a combination of the home advantage, and the money that nations pour in before they host a games. There was a great 3 part documentary on the BBC recently called "Gold Rush". it documents everything from the failure of 1996 right up to the 2012 olympics. The way the country poured money in and brutally defunded sports that weren't meting expectations was impressive. I guess the good thing we've done is managed to keep that going beyond one olympics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Fun Factory Posted July 28, 2021 Share Posted July 28, 2021 (edited) I'd rather pour a liberal amount of battery acid in both eyes than watch today at the games again with Clare Balding. Edited July 28, 2021 by The Fun Factory Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theunderstudy Posted July 28, 2021 Share Posted July 28, 2021 Yeah considering GB one 1 gold (one!) In 1996 their revival due to funding has been a stark difference. GB are the only team to have won a gold medal at every modern Olympics I believe although in 1904 the only gold medallist was an Irishman as GB didn't even send competitors Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sne Posted July 29, 2021 Author Share Posted July 29, 2021 (edited) So they have removed the helmets from the boxing at the Olympics, did not know this. More cuts but less brain injuries apparently. Edited July 29, 2021 by sne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tegis Posted July 29, 2021 VT Supporter Share Posted July 29, 2021 1 hour ago, sne said: So they have removed the helmets from the boxing at the Olympics, did not know this. More cuts but less brain injuries apparently. But keeping them for the women. Another sports authority with ears open and eyes to the ground 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Genie Posted July 29, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted July 29, 2021 I love how they are trying so hard not to snigger 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Silvers Posted July 30, 2021 Share Posted July 30, 2021 Quire enjoying the women's beach volleyball, rather entertaining. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tegis Posted July 30, 2021 VT Supporter Share Posted July 30, 2021 Watching the sprinters in qualifying. Nike runners flying 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sne Posted July 30, 2021 Author Share Posted July 30, 2021 10 minutes ago, Tegis said: Watching the sprinters in qualifying. Nike runners flying Unless you are running in NIKE you are not winning any medals, more or less. Assume Jamaica are still using Puma so will be interesting to see how they fare. Still some great runners but now with a handicap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodders Posted July 30, 2021 Share Posted July 30, 2021 one sport I feel I'm a total convert to is rugby sevens. Just brilliant fun isn't it? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sne Posted July 30, 2021 Author Share Posted July 30, 2021 Apparently BMX is in the Olympics and not for the first time. This turning the Olympics into the X-Games is terrible idea that will backfire. Kids will not be bothered by the Olympics even if the add Fortnite or whatever they are into these days. Wonder how many games away we are from having E-sports in the games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Genie Posted July 30, 2021 Share Posted July 30, 2021 4 minutes ago, sne said: Apparently BMX is in the Olympics and not for the first time. This turning the Olympics into the X-Games is terrible idea that will backfire. Kids will not be bothered by the Olympics even if the add Fortnite or whatever they are into these days. Wonder how many games away we are from having E-sports in the games. I watched some of the BMX last night, it seems really strange that it’s an Olympic sport. Grown adults on what looks like kids bikes looks weird too. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sne Posted July 30, 2021 Author Share Posted July 30, 2021 1 minute ago, Genie said: I watched some of the BMX last night, it seems really strange that it’s an Olympic sport. Grown adults on what looks like kids bikes looks weird too. Yeah it's a silly sport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo985 Posted July 30, 2021 VT Supporter Share Posted July 30, 2021 Hey we won a gold in BMX. It can stay for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tegis Posted July 30, 2021 VT Supporter Share Posted July 30, 2021 (edited) 35 minutes ago, sne said: Assume Jamaica are still using Puma so will be interesting to see how they fare. Still some great runners but now with a handicap. Puma clothes, Nike shoes. Fastest qualifiers ever this morning. Worst hidden secret ever Edited July 30, 2021 by Tegis wrong pic 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo985 Posted July 30, 2021 VT Supporter Share Posted July 30, 2021 The co-commentator in the BMX final really pissed me off. I know we like to see emotion but she was just screaming and cheering for the GB girl. That's not commentating Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sne Posted July 30, 2021 Author Share Posted July 30, 2021 Just now, Tegis said: Puma clothes, Nike shoes. Fastest qualifiers ever this morning. Worst hidden secret ever Says it all really, even the ultimate Puma country home of Usain Bolt THE Puma legend is running in NIKE. These shoes are cheat codes. Not sure what to compare it to but it's like carving skies against straight ones or wooden tennis rackets against carbon fiber. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Genie Posted July 30, 2021 Share Posted July 30, 2021 4 minutes ago, sne said: Says it all really, even the ultimate Puma country home of Usain Bolt THE Puma legend is running in NIKE. These shoes are cheat codes. Not sure what to compare it to but it's like carving skies against straight ones or wooden tennis rackets against carbon fiber. I guess the only way to level the field is for them all to run in Nike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sne Posted July 30, 2021 Author Share Posted July 30, 2021 Just now, Genie said: I guess the only way to level the field is for them all to run in Nike. Yeah, but I rather they banned the shoes until they have sorted out the rules. All other brands are developing similar shoes with the carbon plate but they are years behind and the NIKE shoes should not be allowed as they work as springs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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