2014: the sporting year in pictures

In the Spotlight The 'mighty figure' was a two-time Commonwealth Champion and world-record holder

By The Week UK Published 2 November 24

The Explainer Prior games have included contests like pigeon shooting and hot air ballooning

By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published 9 August 24

Speed Read The Winter Games are returning to the US for the first time in 32 years

By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published 25 July 24

A stellar line-up of contenders looks set to provide a vintage race

By Richard Windsor, The Week UK Published 27 June 24

Speed Read Australian state cites cost concerns in ‘latest sorry chapter’ for the sporting event

By The Week Staff Published 18 July 23

Under the Radar Birmingham may be the last time the multi-sport event ‘makes such a big noise’

By Mike Starling Published 9 August 22

Under the Radar Seven-time world champion finished second on his 300th grand prix start

By Mike Starling Published 25 July 22

Under the Radar Only four races in and Mercedes already look off the pace

By The Week Staff Published 29 April 22