Expresso Sports Feature on Vinesh Phogat’s Olympics Disqualification: What Is Weight Cutting and Why Is It Controversial?
In the wake of Vinesh Phogat's Olympics disqualification, we delve into weight cutting—a controversial practice in combat sports. Critics highlight its health risks due to rapid weight loss, despite i...
17 Aug 20245min
Expresso Sports Feature: Why Prakash Padukone Was Justified in His Blunt Critique of Lakshya Sen’s Medal Miss
In our feature, we explore how Prakash Padukone's blunt assessment of Lakshya Sen’s medal miss stems from his deep investment in Sen's training, knowing firsthand how elusive a badminton medal can be ...
17 Aug 20245min
Expresso Entertainment Feature on Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba: Taapsee Pannu’s Film Shouldn’t Boast Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Style
In this feature, we look at how in Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba, Taapsee Pannu's film falls into the trap of replicating Sandeep Reddy Vanga's storytelling style.
17 Aug 20245min
Expresso Sports Feature: Paris Olympics: Imane Khelif vs Angela Carini Boxing Controversy and the Gender Debate
In this feature, we discuss how at the Paris Olympics, Imane Khelif's swift victory over Angela Carini sparked controversy over her gender, leading to speculation and abuse.
16 Aug 20245min
Expresso Sports Feature: Paris Olympics: Why Vinesh Phogat Failed the Weigh-In Before the Wrestling Final
In this feature, we discuss how at the Paris Olympics, Vinesh Phogat, India's first female wrestler to reach an Olympic final, was disqualified after coming a few grams overweight during the weigh-in,...
16 Aug 20245min
Expresso Sports Feature: From Pigeon Shooting to Tug-of-War: 5 Sports No Longer in the Olympics
In this feature, we explore the history of the Olympics with our look at five sports no longer featured, from pigeon shooting to tug-of-war.
16 Aug 20245min
Expresso Entertainment Feature on 10 Years of Njan Steve Lopez: Rajeev Ravi’s Bold Critique of Sellouts and Tribute to Political Youth
On the 10th anniversary of Njan Steve Lopez, Rajeev Ravi's film critiques the older generation as sellouts and honors the political and humane spirit of youth, blending sharp social commentary with he...
16 Aug 20245min
Expresso Sports Feature on The Evolution of the Modern Olympics: How It All Began
In our feature, we explore the genesis of the modern Olympic Games, tracing their origins and evolution into the global sporting event we know today.
16 Aug 20245min
