Sport
The UK‘s skate prodigies on the sport’s Olympics debut
Ride on — For the first time ever, skateboarding is embracing a more conventional status as an Olympic sport. Four skateboarders reflect on what happens to a subculture when it’s thrust into the mainstream.
Written by: Chloé Meley
Grassroots football teams take a stand against racism
‘Racist fans are not fans‘ — In response to the abuse faced by Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Bukayo Saka, teams from across London gathered in solidarity with the England players.
Written by: Huck
For LGBTQ+ football fans, even more must be done
Reclaim the game — This year’s Euros showed glimmers of hope for LGBTQ+ inclusion and diversity in football – but can that energy be channelled into the World Cup?
Written by: Jack King
The myriad benefits of losing yourself in nature
In partnership with Reebok — When the world shut down, so did most of the things we loved doing. In response, many of us took solace in nearby natural spaces, finding a renewed appreciation for them in the process. Nano Adventures, a new editorial series in collaboration with Reebok, celebrates the pleasure of finding outdoor adventure on your doorstep – and the benefits that come with it.
Written by: Sam Haddad
Pure havoc: photos of London amid the Euro 2020 final
Agony and ecstasy — Yesterday, as England competed against Italy in the hope of becoming the Euro 2020 champion, football fans descended into central London to mark the occasion. Photographer Aiyush Pachnanda was on hand to capture the action.
Written by: Huck
The charity using football as a vehicle for change
In partnership with 99designs by Vistaprint — By Design is an editorial series, created in collaboration with 99designs by Vistaprint, that celebrates small businesses across the UK and spotlights the power of a strong visual identity. In this instalment, we catch up with Football Beyond Borders, a group using the beautiful game to reach young people in ways that others can’t.
Written by: Niall Flynn
Shooting hoops: a visual celebration of basketball
Common practice — A new book brings together the works of 250 artists, among them Richard Avedon, Salvador Dalí, Keith Haring and Andy Warhol, to offer an inclusive view of the sport from the modern lens.
Written by: Miss Rosen
The photographer capturing the explosive B-boy scene
Keep moving — Frankie Perez remembers chronicling the evolution of breakdance between 2018 to 2020 across the US, Mexico and Canada, celebrating an art form that has stayed true to its cultural roots despite mainstream success.
Written by: Miss Rosen
Roller skating’s revival signals a fresh fight for public space
Spin city — In the past year, roller skating has exploded. But with its new wave of popularity comes a fresh set of challenges for custodians of the scene – particularly those flying the flag for underrepresented groups.
Written by: Jessica Holland
Photos capturing the wild world of Mexican rodeo
El Charreada — On a trip to Mexico, London-based photographer Alex Kurunis captured the spirit of the country’s national sport, in photos which celebrate the people keeping the tradition alive today.
Written by: Eva Clifford