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I'm talking to the reporters who first covered this story.
What did they miss the first time?
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From the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games in February to the FIFA Men's World Cup in June.
2026 is going to be a huge year for global sporting events.
And every Monday to Friday,
the More Than The Score podcast will be bringing you the stories behind the headlines.
That peek behind the curtain, that proper insight.
Interviews with sports stars.
Every day I have to go out there and prove myself.
Nothing's ever given to you.
And beyond the scoresheet chat from the BBC's expert sports journalists and guests.
More Than The Score from the BBC World Service.
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Imagine having the Belt and Road Initiative include Alaska.
One of the most strategic ports in the world.
Amen.