China’s sporting Politburo Standing Committee revealed – Part II

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0:50 Some parallels between the handling of the Hu Jintao and Peng Shuai incidents.

7:17 Following on from Part I, which outlined the top seven sporting figures of the past decade, we move to Part II and reveal who are the stars to watch – starting at the top (again, no spoilers!). Out with the old, in with the…old? 

10:39 Second up is Mark’s pick for best female athlete of the future. 

13:05 The best male athlete serves up a surprise.

17:31 The best Olympian of the future is female, competes in a water sport, and has already reached the very top. Does that narrow it down?

19:35 The fifth award – for best team – has a new name and a new stadium. 

23:34 The People’s Choice award resonated with the public this year. But this superstar’s staying power is the only question…

26:34 The coveted last slot, and winner of the DRESPY, comes out of left field. 

30:00 Haig vents a bit about quarantine as the hosts prepare for their in-person reunion.