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You've had the entree, now get ready for the main course. The Para Games are almost here! Georgie and Abbey have you covered with the key details you need to know about the Paralympics and the star Aussie athletes set to shine in Paris. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was hard to avoid the headlines when a social media storm surrounded Algerian boxer Imane Khelif at the Paris Olympics earlier this month. After her first round opponent, Italy's Angela Carini, quit in a flood of tears just seconds into the bout, Khelif faced attacks over her gender. Misinformation quickly spread online and reignited the debate over gender and sports. But the real story of Imane Khelif is one of dignity and honour. Further reading: Running in a Body That's My Own, Caster Semenya essaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Games now done and dusted, Abbey and Georgie are back to review Team Australia's last batch medals from Paris over the last weekend, and reflect on their favourite moments of the event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Games have come to a close, and as promised, Georgie and Abbey are back with a special bonus episode. The closing ceremony featured some French and not so French themes, as Paris handed the baton over to Los Angeles for 2028. Plus, some honourable mentions for some the quirkier stories from the past two weeks. Look out for a full episode tomorrow, wrapping up the final medals for team Australia and our favourite Games moments from Paris.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was another haul of Aussie medals overnight, including a historic pair from the boxing ring. Plus, our water polo girls are going for gold, after taking down Team USA, and everything you need to know ahead of the weekend to close out the Games in Paris. Two Good Sports will return on Monday with a closing ceremony recap, then on Tuesday, we'll have a full wrap of Australia's Games campaign. Further listening: Why Games qualifying is anything but simple for the marathon Disclaimer: Two Good Sports, Australian Radio Network Pty Ltd and its related bodies corporate are not sponsors of, associated with, approved by or affiliated with the Paris Olympic Games 2024 (the “Games”), the International Olympic Committee, the Australian Olympic Committee or any of the owners or official licensees of the rights in the Games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Team Australia made history overnight, winning 4 gold, taking us to 18 in total. It's our best-ever return, with 4 days still to go in Paris. Abbey and Georgie break it all down for you, including a historic bronze in the Discus Throw. Plus, what you need to watch tonight as the Aussies look to add to our already stacked medal tally. Disclaimer: Two Good Sports, Australian Radio Network Pty Ltd and its related bodies corporate are not sponsors of, associated with, approved by or affiliated with the Paris Olympic Games 2024 (the “Games”), the International Olympic Committee, the Australian Olympic Committee or any of the owners or official licensees of the rights in the Games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are midway through week two of the Games and team Australia is riding high! Overnight, Arisa Trew showed her true colours, winning gold in the skateboarding. The 14-year-old becomes our youngest ever gold medalist. Plus, all the action from the cycling track and the ocean, with a bronze and silver added to Australia's overall tally. All that and more, including everything on the way tonight. Hint: it involves TGS favourite, Peter Bol. Further listening: Peter Bol: The innocent victim of clean sport Disclaimer: Two Good Sports, Australian Radio Network Pty Ltd and its related bodies corporate are not sponsors of, associated with, approved by or affiliated with the Paris Olympic Games 2024 (the “Games”), the International Olympic Committee, the Australian Olympic Committee or any of the owners or official licensees of the rights in the Games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So far these Games, one Fox sister has taken the spotlight. But today, it's Noemie Fox's day. She takes home gold in the Kayak Cross for her moment in the sun, and completes a golden sweep for the Fox family. Plus, all the can't-miss action from Paris, on the way tonight. Disclaimer: Two Good Sports, Australian Radio Network Pty Ltd and its related bodies corporate are not sponsors of, associated with, approved by or affiliated with the Paris Olympic Games 2024 (the “Games”), the International Olympic Committee, the Australian Olympic Committee or any of the owners or official licensees of the rights in the Games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Games continue to deliver the goods for Aussie sports fans and Abbey and Georgie are probably the most excited of them in the country right now! Team Australia are racking up the medals, so it's a bumper Green & Gold Edition, as we recap a huge weekend in Paris. We also get you caught up on all the action overnight and look ahead at what's still to come this evening. Disclaimer: Two Good Sports, Australian Radio Network Pty Ltd and its related bodies corporate are not sponsors of, associated with, approved by or affiliated with the Paris Olympic Games 2024 (the “Games”), the International Olympic Committee, the Australian Olympic Committee or any of the owners or official licensees of the rights in the Games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Overnight at the Games, Australia claim gold in the Women's 4x200m Freestyle Relay, blowing the US away to add to our stash from the pool. Plus our first athletics medal is in the bag, thanks to Jemima Montag walking her way into the record books. And everything to watch over a stacked weekend. TGS will back on Monday for another huge week in Paris. Disclaimer: Two Good Sports, Australian Radio Network Pty Ltd and its related bodies corporate are not sponsors of, associated with, approved by or affiliated with the Paris Olympic Games 2024 (the “Games”), the International Olympic Committee, the Australian Olympic Committee or any of the owners or official licensees of the rights in the Games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Jess Fox does it again! Our flag bearer claims another gold to become Australia's most successful Games athlete. Also, Kyle Chalmers snatches silver as more bronze medals are added to our tally. Plus, everything coming your way tonight. Disclaimer: Two Good Sports, Australian Radio Network Pty Ltd and its related bodies corporate are not sponsors of, associated with, approved by or affiliated with the Paris Olympic Games 2024 (the “Games”), the International Olympic Committee, the Australian Olympic Committee or any of the owners or official licensees of the rights in the Games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today at the Games, Kaylee McKeown silenced the Americans to claim gold in the 100m backstroke, while in the Rugby 7s, it was heartbreak for our women. That and much more, plus everything coming up tonight that you simply cannot miss. Disclaimer: Two Good Sports, Australian Radio Network Pty Ltd and its related bodies corporate are not sponsors of, associated with, approved by or affiliated with the Paris Olympic Games 2024 (the “Games”), the International Olympic Committee, the Australian Olympic Committee or any of the owners or official licensees of the rights in the Games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been another huge night of action for team Australia at the Games. Mollie O'Callaghan got the better of Ariarne Titmus in the 200m freestyle, plus a new Aussie hero emerges in...equestrian? Abbey and Georgie are back to break it all down. Disclaimer: Two Good Sports, Australian Radio Network Pty Ltd and its related bodies corporate are not sponsors of, associated with, approved by or affiliated with the Paris Olympic Games 2024 (the “Games”), the International Olympic Committee, the Australian Olympic Committee or any of the owners or official licensees of the rights in the Games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Surprise! It's a TGS: Green & Gold bonus episode. Georgie and Abbey just had to talk about that opening ceremony in the French capital. Every four years, sport and pop culture come together in unexpected ways and this one did not disappoint. There was rain, there were pop stars, and...Minions? Disclaimer: Two Good Sports, Australian Radio Network Pty Ltd and its related bodies corporate are not sponsors of, associated with, approved by or affiliated with the Paris Olympic Games 2024 (the “Games”), the International Olympic Committee, the Australian Olympic Committee or any of the owners or official licensees of the rights in the Games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Games are off to a record-breaking start, as Australia strikes gold. Abbey and Georgie recap the first three days of the events in Paris, from the white water to the pool. Plus, the Matildas keep their medal hopes alive with a miraculous comeback, and everything coming up tonight that you need to watch. Disclaimer: Two Good Sports, Australian Radio Network Pty Ltd and its related bodies corporate are not sponsors of, associated with, approved by or affiliated with the Paris Olympic Games 2024 (the “Games”), the International Olympic Committee, the Australian Olympic Committee or any of the owners or official licensees of the rights in the Games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's less than a week to go until that big sports event in Paris kicks off, and Abbey and Georgie will be keeping you up to date on it all. Two Good Sports: Green & Gold Edition starts from Monday the 29th of July. But in the meantime, as you prepare for two weeks of sleepless nights and sporting fever, here's five more stars to keep an eye on in the Australian team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Games are less than two weeks away! So who are Team Australia's best medal hopes for Paris? Today, Abbey and Georgie give you the lowdown on five athletes to keep an eye on in the coming weeks, and asses their podium chances. Two Good Sports: Green & Gold Edition starts 29 July! Further Listening: Peter Bol: The innocent victim of clean sportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Games are fast approaching and Georgie and Abbey are excited! This week, where are things at for our basketball teams? We dive into the Boomers and the Opals and whether or not they can bring home a medal from Paris. Plus, a special TGS announcement!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's only one name that rules gymnastics: the GOAT, Simone Biles. After returning to the sport from a 2-year break last year, she's back doing what she does best. But that comeback was no small feat. Simone hasn't shied away from her mental health challenges, turning a weakness into a strength. Now, she's set to take on the world once more in Paris. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cricket has hit the headlines in the United States and Americans are very confused. The USA and West Indies are hosting the T20 World Cup, and a whole new audience has been exposed to the sport. But with cricket being added to the Olympics (Los Angeles 2028), and a new domestic comp entering its second season (Major League Cricket), is now the time for America to finally embrace the game? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia may just have its best Olympic swimming team ever. After a week of qualifying trials, our Dolphins are expected to dominate the Games this year. And while the action in the pool was electric, the inspiring stories to emerge were nothing but remarkable. Further listening: Swimming Australia in murky watersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're not entrenched in the marathon world, it may surprise you to know that the fastest qualifiers aren't always the ones who are actually sent to the Olympics. The runners that make the team are entirely at the discretion of Athletics Australia. It's a policy that's seen one of our best marathoners - top-three finisher, Lisa Weightman - miss out on selection for Paris, triggering a heated debate online and in the athletics community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s no secret that rugby in Australia isn’t in great shape. But things just got worse for the game with the axing of the Melbourne Rebels. The club are no more, and won’t be competing in Super Rugby next season. Executives say they’re still committed to growing the sport in Victoria but the loss of the Rebels points to even bigger issues for rugby in Australia. So, with a home World Cup on the horizon in 2027, can the game bounce back?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been called an epidemic of the game. Women's football is dominated by anterior cruciate ligament injuries, and in recent years it seems to be getting worse. 37 players missed the World Cup because of them, and now Sam Kerr has been ruled out of this year's Olympics. So what's going on? And why are female athletes more likely to suffer the dreaded knee injury?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don’t miss Find and Tell, the search for the next generation of Australian storytellers. Think of it like one of those TV talent shows... but for podcasting! You'll hear from four Australians as they go head-to-head to Find and Tell unique and interesting stories from around the country, based on a new theme each episode. Follow along each Wednesday as host Jamila Rizvi decides which storyteller will take home the grand prize and be crowned the Find And Tell champion. Search Find And Tell on your podcast app or click here! Meet the storytellers at findandtell.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're taking a break this week but we didn't want to leave you hanging. With the Premier League season all wrapped up, we thought it was a good time to revisit one of our best episodes from last year on Ange Postecoglou. He's just completed his first season as Tottenham manager, and although it didn't all go to plan, its worth reflecting on just how far he's come in his incredible coaching career.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She's been a crucial part of the Matildas for nearly two decades, but even legends have to retire at some point. This past week, goalkeeper Lydia Williams announced she's hanging up the gloves and boots, retiring from international football after this year's Olympics. Today on the show, Georgie and super sub Niav Owens pay tribute to one of the Tillies greats, and reflect on just how much the game has changed in Lyd's 19-year career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rabbitohs are a club in crisis. They sit on the bottom of the ladder, having won just a single game this NRL season, and head coach Jason Demetriou has now been sacked. So what's next for Souths? The answer may come in the form of League legend Wayne Bennett, who has put his hand up for a return to South Sydney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our men's Olympic football team, the Olyroos, have failed to make the cut for this year's Games in Paris. The team didn't win a match or score a single goal in their quest to qualify. So what does this missed opportunity mean for men's football in Australia, our development pathways, and our future Socceroos? Niav Owens is back again with Georgie Tunny this week to seek some answers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She's touted as the most exciting prospect in basketball since Steph Curry - and she's only just turned pro. Caitlin Clark broke countless records in college ball, prompting Shaquille O'Neal to proclaim her as "the best female collegiate player ever". Now, she's set for the WNBA after being drafted as the number one pick. But it's her rookie salary that's got people talking this past week, reigniting the gender pay gap conversation. Today, Georgie Tunny is joined once again by Niav Owens to break it all down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Off the back of last year's Women's World Cup, football has seen a huge boost: record crowds, membership increases, and a number of Matildas returning home to the A-League Women. But is that momentum enough to sustain the domestic game? Today on the show, Georgie Tunny is joined by sports presenter Niav Owens for an update on the health of women's football in Australia and the challenges that remain. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They've only been around for three seasons, but the NBL's newest team has stunned Australian basketball. The JackJumpers rise has been swift, making the postseason every year. Now, they've won the Championship. And the person at the centre of their success is coach, Scott Roth - an American who's made Tasmania his home, and built a winning team that locals can be proud of.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tasmania has been crying out for an AFL team to call their own for decades. Fans had to watch on as expansion teams were added to the competition, while Tassie was ignored. But Tasmania's football roots run deep and the fans never lost hope. They were finally awarded the AFL’s 19th licence last year. And now, the club has a name: Tasmania Devils will enter the league in 2028. There's just the small problem of building a brand new stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Usually, when Sam Kerr is in the headlines it's because she's bagged another hat-trick for club or country. But a couple weeks ago, Australia and the sports world at large were struck by the news that she'd been charged for the alleged racial harassment of a police officer in London. 24 hours later, everything changed. The words Kerr allegedly used were revealed to the public, and a national debate ensued. Today on the show, how it all unfolded and what it means for Sam Kerr and the Matildas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2024 sporting calendar is stacked. From Formula 1 to the Paralympics, this is your guide to the year ahead. Will Alyssa Healy lead Australia to T20 glory? Can Collingwood go back-to-back this AFL season? Plus, Georgie's wild Wallabies prediction and a French fun fact, befitting of a Paris Olympics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to a new year of Two Good Sports! Since they were announced in 2023, the Enhanced Games has divided opinion. The proposed event is set to be the first international sports competition without drug testing. It's backed by wealthy investors and already has athletes keen to compete. And with $1m USD up for grabs for breaking a world record, who can blame them? But will the Enhanced Games threaten the integrity of clean sport? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's our last episode for the year, so we're looking back on the stories we've covered so far and bringing you up to speed on where they're at now. Like, have Australian netballers been paid yet? Has the 2026 Commonwealth Games been resolved? And is the three-year ban handed to Luis Rubiales enough? Plus, we pick our favourite sports moments of the year. Two Good Sports will return in early 2024! In the meantime, follow us @twogoodsportspodcast on Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You've seen the headlines and the press conference quips. Ange Postecoglou is making waves in the Premier League at the helm of Tottenham. His uncompromising approach to football and his down-to-earth demeanour is winning over fans and media alike. But how did he reach the heights of the world's biggest league? And what made Ange the manager and the man he is today?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a 13-year international career full of accolades, Aussie cricket captain Meg "Megastar" Lanning has retired from national team duty. She bows out on her own terms and at the top of her game. So why is Meg hanging up the baggy green at the age of just 31? And what sort of legacy does she leave for the sport? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 months ago, Eddie Jones was the lifeline Australian rugby union needed. But following a disaster of a World Cup - the Wallabies worst ever performance at the tournament - Eddie has quit. So how did it all go wrong for the Wallabies and where does it leave the future of the sport?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes sports and pop culture combine in unexpected ways. The recent influence of Taylor Swift on American football is undeniable, and we have the stats to back it up. As you may have heard, the pop sensation is dating Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce, and subsequently, the NFL has seen a huge influx of new fans and new money. So who is Travis Kelce and how is Taylor Swift changing the economics of America's biggest sport? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Netball is far and beyond the most popular team sport for women and girls in Australia, but the game is in a very real crisis. Our most elite Super Netball players haven't been paid in weeks. It's the latest chapter in an ongoing pay dispute, which began in February and remains in a stalemate. So, what are the players asking for, is it fair and, importantly, is it viable? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From remote-control cars to Formula 1, how did Aussie young gun Oscar Piastri rise through motor racing's ranks to claim one of just 20 coveted seats? The former grid kid from Melbourne has announced his arrival in his rookie season, with two podium finishes. But do we believe the hype? Is Oscar the next big thing in F1?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back in July, Victoria cancelled its plans to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games in a shock move that stunned the sports world. The event remains in limbo, as do the athletes, administrators and everyday Victorians. So what happened? This week, we recap all the drama so far, and what it means for the future of the Comm Games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two football codes, two incredible Grand Finals. The AFL and NRL seasons have concluded in dramatic fashion, as Collingwood claimed a record-equaling 16th Premiership, and Penrith Panthers went back-to-back-to-back. This week, the highs, the lows and the human stories that captured the nation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How did the Brisbane Broncos go from dead last to Grand Finalists in two years? Can Penrith Panthers secure a third straight Premiership? This week, it's your guide to the big one in the NRL, with all the storylines you need to know before your mate's Grand Final barbecue. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carlton have had a remarkable season. After calls to sack their coach Michael Voss, mid-season, the Blues stormed into the AFL Finals after winning nine straight games. After years of pain, Blues fans are basking in the most unlikely turnaround no one expected. Whether you're firmly on the Blues bandwagon or just a curious observer, we have your personal cheat sheet to the Carlton comeback. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Spain lifted the Women's World Cup trophy in Sydney, a non-consensual kiss was the dark cloud that hung over La Roja's monumental achievement. Now, the game is facing a reckoning for the treatment of Jenni Hermoso and her teammates. This week, the backstory, the fallout and the future of Spanish football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the biggest Australian sports story that no one is talking about. There's a crisis at Swimming Australia, which could see it expelled as a member of the world governing body. The problems span from a revolving door of leaders to no major sponsor for our national swim team, the Dolphins. And caught up in the turmoil are the athletes, who continue to dominate on the world stage, despite being some of our most underpaid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been the year from hell for Australian middle-distance runner, Peter Bol. In January, he was provisionally suspended from athletics for failing a routine doping test. He'd tested positive for a banned substance. As of August, Peter has been fully exonerated but questions remain. How did this happen? And what does it mean for the future of Peter Bol's athletic career?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.