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With the women's world record holder in the marathon getting banned for doping, just when will authorities take steps against the East African nation? And why has an Iowa State runner gotten flak, when he admitted to doping? Finally, what is YOUR favourite hockey movie of all time?

Legend of US football Werner Roth joined the team on Capital Sports to talk about his remarkable journey in football and his part in the greatest movie ever made - Escape to Victory

With a history of state-backed violence at home and abroad, Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters have been banned from attending the upcoming game with Aston Villa in Birmingham, UK. Is it fair? Why did it happen? And with the UK government now 'taking sides', what danger are they putting their own citizens in? Music: Village People - Macho Man Full clip here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AO43p2Wqc08 Follow their channel here: @villagepeople ​

As the former World #1 Junior and Grand Slam Finalist, Lina Krasnorutskaya shocked the tennis world when she decided there was more to life than the sport by walking away aged only 21. Her experiences on and off the court have positioned her to perfectly advise and guide young athletes of just what is needed to make it in their sports.

One of the most accomplished, clean coaches and athletes in sport, Nate joins us from Colorado to discuss the recent World Athletics Championships and the doping fallout. Plus how many athletes dope - Nate knows the number. And, what matters most. Music: All Star - Smashmouth Full video - https://youtu.be/L_jWHffIx5E?si=f-5ifO9qaNgAOC3O YT Channel: @smashmouth

Robin Parisotto, one of the main brains behind developing the EPO test, brought in for the Sydney Olympics, returns to the show to add his expert opinion on where sports stand right now. Beginning with a brief explainer on EPO, Robin wraps with just why it pays to dope - but strongly argues against it.

The show returns for a new season with the sad news of boxing legend Ricky Hatton's demise at just 46 and how not suffering in silence is vital. And the great and the bad of athletics dodge testing times in Tokyo with some of the most unusual excuses. Plus, how can 'gambling' be a medical disorder - when you owe $22mn to your employers. Note: If you are affected by any of the topics discussed on the show tonight, please reach out and talk. Never, ever suffer in silence.

How unbelievable were the unbelievable performances at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo? And finally, the list everyone needs, the Top-5 Baseball Movies of All Time! Haddaway - What is love Full video: Haddaway - What Is Love [Official 4K] YT Channel: @CoconutMusicGermany Muse - Supermassive Black Hole Full video: https://youtu.be/Xsp3_a-PMTw?si=I9yU4MHZcuEsoLJA YT Channel: @muse The Mighty Mighty Bosstones - The Impression That I Get Full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHObJ9v3bgE YT Channel:

The crew are joined by Jonathan Higgins and Alexander Zotov to dig into the mess Ruasian football finds itself in.

A look at Ralf's return and the 2022 World Cup.

Jonathan Higgins explains why dreams can come true for minnows and the team discuss the prospect of players not returning to Russia.

Nima Roodsari joins to talk Inter Milan and Italian football. The team question pressure on Daniil Medvedev to 'announce' and the BFFQuiz.

After 2 yesrs we finally get Vasily Artemyev in studio and it is worth the wait! He talks 6 Nations plus rugby in Russia. The gang discuss the collapse in Loko and Spartak's latest embarassment.

The most difficult and draining Capital Sports ever. Little light at the end of the tunnel and the sports world turning on Russia. The brilliant Thierry Vildarry joins to give the most honest takes on the Winter Olympics, doping and the cost of war.

With former guests Tarasova + Morozov grabbing Silver, Beijing bid farewell to the most hated Olympics since the last one. Russian football returns as does Alexander Zotov. Plus Alina Miagkova reports from Italy and Hellas Verona!

Another doping case to deal with and Russia again in the spotlight. Paul Hook joins to preview the Superbowl and Alina reports from Verona.

The gang are joined by Kieron Stewart of the Transfer Exchange Show to talk football and more. While in studio Rugby Club Fili tell about their fight for a home field. And a special guest joins from isolation in Italy.

Steve Kay joins Andy Mc to talk football transfers, while Iseult and Andrew delve into the choppy waters of sportsperson misbehaving. Why are journalists so reluctant to blow the whistle?

A deep dive into the world of sports and the first part of discussion on the legacy of Lamine Diack with his son Papa. Plus the latest football transfer news.

2022 sees Capital Sports tackle the wild tale of Novak Djokovic, Rafa Benitez and Fedor Smolov. The Transfer Exchange Show boys join to discuss who is and isn't on the move

A stellar line up on Capital Sports. We round up the biggest events of the year and find out everyone's highs, lows and hopes for 2022.

A stellar line up on Capital Sports. We round up the biggest events of the year and find out everyone's highs, lows and hopes for 2022.

As covid waves goodbye to more sports fixtures, the team try to predict what's coming down the line. John Nichols joins to discuss the ongoing fight for justice against overwhelming odds in US Gymnastics.

Russian football stops for Winter while the English game staggers on. Prof. Jon Pike to talk the thorny topic of transgender athletes and how they are failed by authorities.

CSKA Moscow star Sh'Nia Gordon talks about her favourite hotdog toppings while assessing the standard of football in Russia. Peter Staunton of goal.com talks mustard and the Goal 50. The team discuss just why Loko were happy to lose their man.

Man Utd pull the trigger and Andrew Flint is joined by Danny Armstrong and Karan Tejwani to discuss what comes next. Iseult rejoices over resurgent Spurs and Peter P talks Enes v LeBron.

The Transfer Exchange boys join to discuss the rights and wrongs of going to Qatar and mandatory vaccinations. While the team bemoan Russia's lost chance and Peter P's Granny's psychic ability.

Author and publisher James Corbett joins to discuss his debut novel, The Outsiders, and how Spurs are lining up Conte.

A wild weekend of results with Ole almost gone. Plus Nima Roodsary talking the state of Serie A. Spartak Moscow collapse in St. Petes and United battered in Manchester.

Valeri keeps Russia on the road to Qatar while US sports collapse into insanity.

Jonathan Higgins joins the gang to discuss Ireland's turnaround, Saudi's taking over and Russia's progress to Qatar.

Legendary commentator Derek Rae joins to talk about his love for German football and the chances of Russia going to Qatar are to the fore.

New York Times' Global sports reporter Tariq Panja joins to discuss dark arts in the transfer market and FIFA's rationale for a biennial World Cip. Plus the BFF Quiz reloads after listening to Artem Dzyuba's change of heart.

The gang discuss the prospect of a FIFA World Cup every 2 years with Footballers Union CEO Alexander Zotov.

Valeri Karpin rescues Russia, for now, while CSKA Moscow falter. Peter Staunton of Goal.com joins to talk Cristiano Ronaldo and stays on for the Big Fat Filthy Quiz.

Zambian Olympian Tilka Paljk joins to talk her path to Tokyo and the challenges she continues to face. The Russian team is given a once over and a perfect preview of upcoming Russian Premier League matches.

Leaping our of Summer the team talk Russia's upcoming football failure, Cristiano Ronaldo, football transfers and of course, the Big Fat Filthy Quiz.

Steve Kay from The Transfer Exchange Show joins to talk football transfers while the gang assess Valeri Karpin's 1st Russian team. Plus will Messi join Beckham in a sarong, in Miami?

Capital Sports is boarded by a Pirate (Irwin) as the AFP legend talks Tokyo and books. The gang run through Russian and English Premier leagues and the #BFFQuiz is back.

Kirill Breydo joins to talk Russian football and Loko's deep issues. The gang discuss how Simone Biles might not be as on the level as we hope. And the Big Fat Filthy Quiz turns crazy.

Karpin is appointed Russian coach, as predicted by Capital Sports, and we're joined by Alexander Zotov, CEO of the All Russia Football Players Union, and Ivan Zhidkov, Editor in Chief of Sport Daily. Plus a debate about the Olympics, an RPL round up and a quiz collapse.

Jack Parrock and Thierry Vildary join the gang to discuss what to do with England fans and how to save cycling from itself.

We build up to the European Final with a full on preview of England and Italy, plus a look at Russia's coaching options and Conor McGregor's doomed future.

Down to the last 4 in the Euros and everyone is excited. Sha'Carri Richardson is a dope, apparently. Anastasia Pivovarova joins to talk life after sport

The team talk football, athletics, protests, transgender rights and the filthiest quiz on radio

The team talk football, athletics, protests, transgender rights and the filthiest quiz on radio

The team looks back at the Europa and Champions League finals, peeks at the upcoming Euros and are joined by journalist and author Jonathan O'Brien for a chat about his excellent book "Euro Summits".

1 week on from the "superleague" announcement, the project is on ice with torrents of hypocrisy from clubs, fans and media. Goal.com's Peter Staunton joins to discuss what next for football and just where could Jurgen Klopp go.

As football continues to eat itself with the European Super League, the team are joined by Alexander Zotov and Jonathan Higgins to discuss the impact.

Capital Sports turns 4 and parties hard! We announce the new Olympic sports and have our Big Fat Filthy Quiz.

Moscow clubs chase Zenit, Jennifer Sey's advice to parents by Alan Moore