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It’s so interesting that people mostly choose Valley speak to represent the whole US. It definitely shows the power of our entertainment industry in California. To be honest, it’s a moderate sub-section of the state that talks likes this, and it’s definitely played up for television and film. This series of three videos is very interesting if you haven’t seen it:

I think it’s an interesting concept at least. Leave the gendered team events (and individual events) for the powerhouses, but set aside one event for the developing programs. I can at least respect the logic behind this attempt to boost medal counts, compared to leaving events off the program or adding a bunch of sports/events practiced almost exclusively in the host country.

I enjoyed following the race as well. It’s interesting to see the tactical differences in men’s and women’s cycling at the moment. I did like the running theme of cyclists at least trying to make things interesting for the favorites with random attacks and advantageous moves. Vollering looks pretty damn strong at the moment.

joins the medal table with a bronze in pencak silat. However, they won that by virtue of low entries and good draw. Hopefully they can win a couple matches and get a few more medals in the coming days. Also, on the topic of pencak silat, does any have a replay from yesterday. I believe it was broadcast, but I couldn’t find anything in a quick search…

It must be said the the local organizers have done a great job of dressing the venues. They all look very nice and professional from what I’ve seen so far.

I wasn’t particularly enamored by the “show” event in ju-jitsu either. I get the point of it (demonstrating forms through a performance), but it just wasn’t for me.

I haven’t found any other than indoor hockey and ju-jitsu, so feel free to pass along any you come across.

Yeah, very little (15 or 16 sports I believe) will be covered properly by the host broadcaster. It doesn’t seem like there’s an accessible international feed either Thankfully, some of the local media are broadcasting other events, but it’s a challenge to figure out what’s happening without graphics. I’ll probably watch a few events here and there.

It doesn’t seem like the marathon is being broadcast in full anywhere A real shame considering the broadcast potential of a marathon lapping around Angkor Wat. I was looking forward to it.

Luka Dončić has reported offered/committed to paying the funeral cost of those killed in the school shooting in Belgrade.

A pretty solid opening ceremony from Cambodia

This glow in the dark martial arts segment is very nice

Yeah, I think it’s just high quality projection mapping.

Ah, now it’s time for the main propaganda segment

The Rio 2016 string curtains are back!

Yep, there was definitely a budget for this opening ceremony Giant projections, seat lights, and some A.R. (I think)

What a sad two days. I’m definitely sending positive vibes the way of our Serbian users.

They got a gold medal in Kun Bokator

No, I meant will face disciplinary sanctions or anything like that from the IIHF?

Oh, I don’t see them either now that you mention it Sumo being dropped would be quite shocking as it was routinely one of the most popular sports. I believe it sold out of tickets for multiple editions of The World Games. It was certainly the hottest ticket last summer as least. Of course, there was also that dramatic disqualification/re-match episode last year too. Bowling being dropped wouldn’t be as big of a surprise to me. It’s not the most television friendly sport, though it certainly can be broadcast and easily followed with decent graphics. It also has a semi-costly, specialized venue that can’t shared with other sports on the program. Still, it would be tough to see such a mainstay booted off the program. EDIT: I forgot when I wrote this, but the IBF (International Bowling Federation) was embroiled in a financial/governance scandal recently. Link: https://www.insidethegames.biz/articles/1123554/ibf-financial-allegations-on-eve-of-egm The gold medalist in women’s singles at The World Games 2017 was also disqualified for doping, so maybe a combination a strikes against the sport.

I love some causal sexism

It really sounds like her support team let her down. What a shame

@hckošice what happens in that case? Fighting is very frowned upon at the international level, right?

Perfect guy to represent the host country in 2028. It’s meant to be clearly