The editorial agenda
The conversations shaping sport.
We watch what supporters are discussing, then do the useful part: form a view, test it against the game and explain what deserves your attention.
Topics on our desk—not a popularity scoreboard
What we are writing about
Three arguments worth your time
Inside the conversation: Asian men’s volleyball championship
China's straight-sets win creates room to test the attack beyond Zhang Jingyin
Qualification brings a useful question for China: can the supporting hitters maintain the same range of options when the main scorer is not carrying the whole match?
Inside the conversation: Volleyball: Italy and Bulgaria open with straight-sets wins
Egypt’s African title makes the next question one of attacking depth
A straight-sets win over Kenya secured an Olympic breakthrough. The challenge now is to keep two credible attacking outlets when stronger serving takes away the first plan.
Inside the conversation: Iran–Australia: attacking choices against the block
Iran vs Australia: make the block choose before Khanzadeh swings
Khanzadeh led Iran past Chinese Taipei; Australia arrive with a strong blocking return. Our semifinal preview examines the contest before the final hit, with a World Cup place at stake.