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Brand France makes its LA 2028 Olympics play with sun, sport and savoir-faire
By planting its Olympic clubhouse on Santa Monica’s shoreline, France is turning the 2028 Games into a stage for cultural influence as much as sporting success.
‘Figure skating is art’: Italy’s Valentina Marchei on the Olympic spirit and taking life lessons from the ice
The figure skater discusses the demands of a long career on the ice and the ‘compromise with yourself’ that comes with switching from singles to pairs skating.
Not ready for the Games to end? Here are the films to keep your Olympic flame burning
With the closing ceremony of the 2026 Winter Games fast approaching, we compiled a list of classic films to keep the Olympic torch flickering in your heart a bit longer.
Stop, look, listen: a primer for returning to public life and travel
A few pointers from Monocle’s editorial director Tyler Brûlé for October 2021.
On top of their games
As Tokyo gets set to host the Olympics and Paralympics after 2020's false start, a multitude of behind-the-scenes players have long been exercising their minds to ensure a gold-standard Games.
Let the games begin
It’s boarding time, says Andrew Tuck, as he sets his sights on the Tokyo Olympics.
Going for gold
The International Olympic Committee’s HQ is on top of the podium when it comes to office design.
Missing in action
The suspension of global sport highlights the values it brings: camaraderie, team spirit and how being a lifelong supporter is a form of life support.
On its game?
As preparations for the Tokyo Olympics enter the home straight, we assess whether the city has the infrastructure in place to deliver a world-class tournament.
Japanese lessons
Impeccable service, responsible citizenship and warm hospitality are just some of the practices that make society tick in Japan. Here are 10 things the country can teach the world.
