Sport, explained

The competitions, the rivalries and the people who changed their sports, explained without the jargon.

Football

Iconic football derbiesEl Clásico, the Old Firm, the Superclásico and what makes a derby special. Signings that changed footballFrom Cruyff to Neymar: transfers that moved the whole game. Ligue 1 explainedHow France's top league works. Diego MaradonaThe life and legacy of football's most complicated genius.

Beyond football

Serena Williams23 Grand Slam singles titles and a career that changed tennis. How an F1 car worksEngines, aerodynamics and the 2026 rule change. The Olympics explainedHow the Games are chosen, run and scored. The T20 World CupCricket's fastest format and its world championship.