Olympics
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Observation
Alongside London’s world sporting showcase and its potential for growth, our editor in chief Tyler Brûlé considers Monocle’s very own expansion plans for this summer.
Ready, set, go
Preparations from the seating to the flags and the turf are nearly complete for this summer’s London Olympics. We look at the companies that have won the contracts to supply the Games.
Reluctant Hero
Bekoji’s dirt tracks forged him, faith steadies him, and now Kenenisa Bekele carries Ethiopia’s distance-running legacy—reluctantly—into his own extraordinary chapter of gold.
War games
Winner of Afghanistan’s only Olympic medal, taekwondo athlete Rohullah Nikpai is a sporting icon. Yet, in a country where violence occurs everyday, winning the respect of his fellow countrymen means almost as much.
Brand Britain
London has had some bad press but with the Olympics ahead, can its burgeoning design scene save the day?
Expo 35: Rio de Janeiro
With stunning natural beauty, vibrant residents and the upcoming Olympics, Rio de Janeiro is poised for an exciting future. Efforts to improve infrastructure and reduce poverty are underway in this historically rich city.
Uphill struggle
Sochi, a Black Sea resort popular with Putin, was a surprise choice to host the 2014 Winter Olympics. To prepare for one million visitors, the region needs new roads, hotels and infrastructure.
Gulf champions
Qatar may be small, but with a GDP of €46bn it has money to pull off miracles. Its latest plan is to become a leading sports nation and host the 2016 Olympics.
Expo 11: Olympic gold rush
As the world focuses on Beijing for the Olympics, a massive building boom transforms the city. Monocle visits the Olympic Park to see if it’s nation-branding folly or the start of the Chinese century.
