Tokyo Olympics 2020 Explained

Firstpost Explains: What are twisties that caused Simone Biles to withdraw from gymnastics events?

Firstpost tries to find out what twisties and other mental blocks in sports are and how they are a big hurdle to cross from even for greatest of athletes, with the help of experts.

Firstpost Explains: How Simone Biles' withdrawals impact US gymnastics team

American gymnast Simone Biles' decision to withdraw from two marquee Olympic competitions to focus on her mental well-being changes the landscape somewhat dramatically for the US gymnastics team in the coming days. Here's a look at what that might mean, with the understanding that the situation is still fluid.

Firstpost Explains: How do equestrian horses travel from one country to another to compete at the Olympics

Over 300 horses will be flown to Tokyo for the Games to compete in equestrian events. But how does one fly a horse from one country to another? Do they need passports as well?

Firstpost Explains: Two golds? Two silvers? How COVID-19 could make hockey event at Tokyo 2020 an unusual affair

Two golds in hockey at Tokyo 2020? Two silvers? Firstpost Explains how COVID-19 could make the hockey tournament at Tokyo Olympics an unusual affair

Firstpost Explains: Safety measures, COVID-19 outbreak — how organisers plan to hold Tokyo Olympics 2020 amid pandemic

Some answers to look at ways Tokyo Olympics organisers will try to prevent infections among thousans of athletes.

Firstpost Explains: What is Rule 50 of Olympic Charter and why is there a controversy over it?

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is strictly against any form of propaganda or political statements made during the Games and hence they will be enforcing Rule 50 of their Olympic Charter at Tokyo 2020.

Firstpost Explains: What makes China a dynasty in table tennis, particularly at the Olympics

At the Olympics, China have won 28 of the 32 gold medals that have been on offer. So what makes China so dominant in the sport? Firstpost Explains, with help from India's top TT star Sathiyan

Firstpost Masterclass: 'Taking care of horses is a full-time job', Fouaad Mirza dissects the nuances of equestrian riding

In this edition of Firstpost Masterclass, Fouaad Mirza opens up about nuances of equestrian riding, the logistics of transporting horses (including what a horse passport is), how riders forge a bond with their horses, and more.

Firstpost Masterclass: Neeraj Chopra breaks down why javelin throwing is as much about strong knees and ankles as about shoulder strength

In this edition of Firstpost Masterclass, Neeraj Chopra talks about why javelin throw is not just about strength, and reveals the importance of strong knees and stronger ankles for a javelin thrower.

Firstpost Masterclass: Boxer Vikas Krishan explains the sweet science behind brute strength

"There is no substitute for hard work. Some of you will achieve success early, and some will take their time, but always remember, there are no shortcuts," Vikas Krishan advises youngsters in this masterclass.