Blog Category - Sport

SportJing Recap: The China Rugby Tournament's Two-Dozen Team Brawl
On a day bathed in glorious sunshine, 23 teams descended on the capital to battle it out for Sino supremacy.
What is Spikeball and Why is it All The Rage Now?
When I received a message about spikeball, I had literally never heard of the sport before.
Meet the Men Who Took On the Mighty Mobike Miaofengshan Challenge, a 120km Sharebike Ride
We spoke with LS Lee, the organizer behind the inaugural Mighty Mobike Miaofengshan Challenge, a 120km ride using nothing but shared bikes.
OlymPicks: Hockey-Helper Robots Tops Our List of Highly Anticipated Olympic Things
In OlymPicks, we highlight news, gossip, and developments regarding the buildup to Beijing's 2022 Winter Olympics.
Registration Now Open for the Return of Beijing's Half-Marathon, Apr 24
Beijing runners are delighted to see the return of the Beijing Half-Marathon following the cancelation of last year's race.
OlymPicks: Iran's Paralympic Winter Athletes Given Cold Shoulder, Japan Turns Down Chinese Vaccine Offer
In OlymPicks, we highlight news, gossip, and developments regarding the buildup to Beijing's 2022 Winter Olympics.
OlymPicks: Two Olympians Attempt To Reclaim the Glory of the Games
In OlymPicks, we highlight news, gossip, and developments regarding the buildup to Beijing's 2022 Winter Olympics.
OlymPicks: Beijing 2022 Torches Are Ready To Get Lit, Venues Ready To Get Played
In OlymPicks, we highlight news, gossip, and developments regarding the buildup to Beijing's 2022 Winter Olympics.
OlymPicks: Chinese-American Freeskier Makes Historic X Games Debut and One Year Countdown Begins Today, Feb 4
In OlymPicks, we highlight news, gossip, and developments regarding the buildup to Beijing's 2022 Winter Olympics.
OlymPicks: Two-Sport Paralympic Athlete Opts for Beijing 2022 Over Tokyo 2021, Olympic Village Set To Become Public Housing Post-Games
In OlymPicks, we highlight news, gossip, and developments regarding the buildup to Beijing's 2022 Winter Olympics.
Social Media Influencer? Come Have Fun for Cash
We’re seeking three foreigners to be featured in three short Beijing tourism-related videos to be shot prior to Chinese New Year.
Lace Up: The Best Places to Ice Skate in Beijing
From outdoor skating venues like Shichahai to indoor rinks like Solana, there are plenty of ice skating options in Beijing. 
OlymPicks: Shaun White Returns to the Circuit and Two Skaters Decide Their Fates
Plus, China releases fancy new 2022 Olympic stamps.
The Next National Basketball Coach? Marbury Throws His Hat in the Ring
Former NBA legend Stephon Marbury might be taking his talents to the next level.
Jeremy Lin Quits the Beijing Ducks After Just One Year to Rekindle His NBA Dreams
Lin is hedging his bets on a revived career in the NBA.