China

ON RED ZONE RUIN, HYBRID HAPPINESS AND SWEDISH READS

From its swim star Ye Shiwen to its badminton players, China found itself facing scrutiny and controversy—a sign of its continuing rise

Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt roared to his second straight gold medal in the 100 meters, silencing his critics and finishing with his usual flourish

Even as familiar stars such as Ryan Lochte and Michael Phelps piled up medals, Team USA faced new challengers from all corners of the globe

A documentary explores the opportunity offered by a once-banned sport in post-Mao China