Political Impact on Sports

Discover how the hidden power plays of politics are reshaping the world of sports in ways you never imagined.

Anke Behmer: The Forgotten Star of East German Athletics

Vince Vanguard

Anke Behmer's remarkable heptathlon career in the 1980s highlights the intersection of athletic excellence and political challenges in East Germany.

The Rise and Fall of the Yugoslavia Men's National Handball Team

Vince Vanguard

The Yugoslavia men's national handball team was a dominant force in international handball, known for their aggressive play and strategic brilliance, until political turmoil led to their dissolution in the early 1990s.

The Enigmatic Life of Piet van Klaveren

KC Fairlight

Dive into the intriguing life of Piet van Klaveren, a 1930s Dutch boxer whose career highlights the intersection of sports and politics during a tumultuous era.