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Beyond The Game

138 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago - ★★★ - 1 rating

Beyond the Game has the stories behind the action. We'll be at the biggest events, talking to the biggest names. If sport is your passion, this is your show.

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Adem Asil: Türkiye’s first all-around European champion

April 20, 2023 19:13 - 8 minutes Video

Gymnastics fans in Antalya knew they were in for a treat in April. Türkiye ended up becoming one of the favourites at the 2023 European Championships to clinch a few medals. And the highlight was Turkish gymnast Adem Asil who made history by claiming two titles. Talha Duman went to Izmir to catch up with the 24-year-old champ, who says his ultimate dream is Olympic glory. Beyond The Game is a weekly show that tells you everything you need to know about your favourite sports. We’ll be at the ...

Ahmet Uysal | A man’s extraordinary marathon challenge

April 14, 2023 15:21 - 26 minutes Video

This week’s Beyond The Game episode is dedicated to one man, who ran seven marathons on seven continents in seven days. Ahmet Uysal is the first Turkish man to take part in the World Marathon Challenge - and he did it all for a children's charity.

Meet Türkiye's first national cricket team

July 29, 2022 12:28 - 5 minutes Video

The list of world cup winners in cricket is limited to just six countries. But the game’s governing body, the International Cricket Council, wants that to change. The T20 World Cup is set to expand from 16 teams to 20 starting in 2024 and Turkiye want inon the action. They played their first ever qualifiers for that tournament in Finland in July. Talha Duman spent a day with the Turkish squad ahead of their matches and has this story about their ambitions. #cricket #T20 #Türkiye

The pinnacle of Turkish horse-racing | The Gazi Derby

June 30, 2022 12:46 - 4 minutes Video

Türkiye's oldest horse race, the Gazi Derby, took place in Istanbul on Sunday. Twenty-two thoroughbred horses and their jockeys competed for one of the country's most coveted pieces of silverware. Our own Talha Duman was at the Veli Efendi Hippodrome and tells us more about the event that's thrillled horse-racing fans for almost one century. #GaziDerby #HorseRace

Meet Hull City's new owner | Acun Ilicali's dream

March 24, 2022 10:32 - 9 minutes Video

One team hoping to make a comeback to the Premier League is Hull City. In a TRT World exclusive, Samantha Johnson spoke to the team's new owner, Turkish businessman and media mogul Acun Ilicali about his plans for the Championship club and his journey to success.

Georgia launches work and travel programme to boost economy | Money Talks

April 01, 2021 09:07 - 2 minutes Video

When the COVID-19 pandemic shut down much of the world, Georgia realised the tourism industry it heavily relies on, would be decimated. In an attempt to claw back some of that revenue, the country introduced a digital nomad programme. It's a scheme which allows people to temporarily move to the Black Sea nation and work remotely for their companies back home. And as Sarah Morice reports, the project has been a success. #DigitalNomads #WorkandTravel #Georgia

Bitcoin hits record $62,000 as mainstream acceptance grows | Money Talks

March 15, 2021 22:17 - 8 minutes Video

Cryptocurrency prices have reached record highs yet again, led by none other than bitcoin. Analysts say it's because banks and other large companies have given virtual currencies legitimacy by accepting them as forms of payment. And that's expected to boost valuations even more. Paolo Montecillo has more. For more, we were joined by Jeffrey Tucker in Great Barrington, Massachusetts. He's a crypto-currency analyst and editorial director at the American Institute for Economic Research #Bitco...

Elizabeth Williams on BLM, playing in Turkey and prepping for Tokyo 2020

February 16, 2021 15:09 - 5 minutes Video

Elizabeth Williams recently found her voice in the fight for racial justice, when the owner of her WNBA team publicly criticised the Black Lives Matter movement. Now, the international baller is back in Turkey playing for Ankara's Botas Spor. Aadel Haleem sat down with Williams as she hopes to compete in her first Olympics at the rescheduled Tokyo 2020. #TokyoOlympics

GameStop stock surges on Elon Musk's tweet | Money Talks

January 27, 2021 20:05 - 7 minutes Video

Videogame retailer GameStop's shares are surging as investors take a cue from Tesla founder, Elon Musk. It's not the first time the billionaire has triggered a stock rally, but as Mobin Nasir reports, those rushing to buy on Musk's advice, could lose a lot of money. For more on this, we spoke to Santosh Rao who joined us live from Princeton, New Jersey. He's head of research at Manhattan Venture Partners #GameStop #ElonMusk #GamingStocks

Racism in Football – Exclusive interview with Istanbul Basaksehir’s Demba Ba and Pierre Webo

December 16, 2020 07:04 - 26 minutes Video

On December 8th, the fight against racism in football made a monumental turn. The Champions League match between Paris Saint-Germain was suspended after Sebastian Coltescu – the game’s fourth official – was accused of racism after he advised the head referee to give Basaksehir assistant coach Pierre Webo a red card for his behaviour on the sidelines. However, the Romanian used the words ‘the Black one’ when explaining who should be sent off. Both teams walked off the field in protest, settin...

Bad actors exploit lax financial regulations during pandemic | Money Talks

December 09, 2020 19:57 - 5 minutes Video

Governments around the world have responded to the coronavirus emergency by loosening their procurement checks and balances. Many have flouted the usual financial guidelines. The UN Office on Drugs and Crime says corruption has also thrived during the pandemic, as bad actors exploit the crisis. Floyd Cush reports. Shervin Majlessi is Chief of Section for the Corruption and Economic Crime Branch of the UN Office on Drugs and Crime. He says countries need to take more action to prevent corrupti...

Diego Maradona: 1960-2020 | Remembering the Legend

November 26, 2020 20:15 - 9 minutes Video

He was one of greatest to ever play football. He made millions of people fall in love with the game. He was a legend, a hero, an icon. He was Diego Maradona. Lance Santos speaks to South American Football Journalist Tim Vickery about the legend's life and his achievements. Why, What, Who? 👉 http://trt.world/1rms

Hamilton clinches record-equalling seventh world title | F1 Turkish Grand Prix Review

November 15, 2020 19:04 - 13 minutes Video

An exciting Formula 1 Grand Prix has come to an end at Istanbul Park. The F1 history has been rewritten in Turkey. Lewis Hamilton has clinched record-equalling seventh world title to tie Michael Schumacher's all-time record. Beyond The Game reviews Turkish Grand Prix at Istanbul Park. Formula 1 Istanbul 👉 http://trt.world/f93k #TurkishGrandPrix #IstanbulPark #Hamilton

Istanbul revs up for first F1 in a decade

November 13, 2020 09:46 - 2 minutes Video

With just days to go, Istanbul's first F1 race in 10 years is fueling excitement. Robin Adams takes a look at the nation's long-standing love affair with motorsport. Beyond The Game 👉 http://trt.world/1qw6 #FormulaOne #Istanbul #TurkishGrandPrix

Thrills and spills of Istanbul Park

November 13, 2020 09:23 - 1 minute Video

While it’s been more than a decade since it was last on the F1 calendar, Istanbul Park is still beloved by drivers and race fans alike. That’s because it’s a difficult track to navigate. From racing in the opposite direction to its iconic ‘Turn 8’, Aadel Haleem explains what makes Istanbul Park such an exciting circuit. Formula 1 Istanbul 👉 http://trt.world/f93k #FormulaOne #IstanbulPark #TurkishGrandPrix

A look back at F1 in Turkey

November 13, 2020 09:23 - 3 minutes Video

Istanbul Park may have only had seven Formula One races, but that doesn't mean it's not an iconic track. Talha Duman takes us through how F1 got its start in Turkey, why it left and what it took for the sport to come back. Formula 1 Istanbul 👉 http://trt.world/f93k #Formula1 #Formula1Istanbul #F1Istanbul

It's back! | Formula 1 - 2020 Turkish Grand Prix

November 10, 2020 13:54 - 26 minutes Video

It's been almost 10 years since this track has felt the passion, excitement, and speed of the pinnacle of motorsports, but finally the wait is over. The creme de la creme of #FormulaOne has arrived. BEYOND THE GAME team takes a look at what we can expect from the Turkish #GrandPrix right here at Istanbul Park. Beyond The Game 👉 http://trt.world/1qw6

''Until we see a diverse boardroom, nothing changes'' Trabzonspor's Eddie Newton talks to TRT World

October 19, 2020 18:04 - 10 minutes Video

After a fruitful playing career, success as an assistant manager - winning the Champions League and FA Cup with Chelsea – and a wealth of experience, you could argue that #EddieNewton was well deserving of a ‘Number One’ gig in England's top flight. But what was England’s loss, turned out to be Turkey’s gain. Newton found his opportunity on the Black Sea with Trabzonspor and delivered their first trophy in 10 years. TRT World’s Samantha Johnson caught up with #Newton to talk about his new ro...

David Haye talks to Rachael Downie about the return of Boxing

August 31, 2020 13:58 - 8 minutes Video

Boxing - like other sports - has been dealt a major body blow by the pandemic. Dozens of fights worldwide have been cancelled, but thankfully the sport has returned. And luckily for us, former #WBA heavyweight champion #DavidHaye has opened the doors of his gym to Racheal Downie to talk about the highs and lows of 'The Sweet Science'. Watch Inside America ➡ Weekly in-depth interviews with American opinion and policy-makers exploring the issues shaping US politics. 👉http://trt.world/InsideAm...

Basaksehir defender Martin Skrtel reflects on winning Turkish League title

July 20, 2020 16:09 - 5 minutes Video

Basaksehir defender Martin Skrtel talks to Beyond The Game about the title-winning season. Basaksehir have been crowned Turkish football champions, becoming only the sixth club to win the Super Lig. ➡ TRT World’s original documentaries feature stories of culture, history, politics and lifestyle. Various perspectives of a story are presented to enrich the narrative. Here are captivating digital stories from around the world to bring us closer and help us understand one another better. 👉 ht...

Basaksehir claim first Turkish League title

July 20, 2020 15:53 - 3 minutes Video

Basaksehir have been crowned Turkish football champions, becoming only the sixth club to win the Super Lig. They did it with one week to spare. And as Talha Duman explains, their success story is fairly unique to Turkey. #TurkishLeague #TurkishFootball #Basaksehir

WNBA player Renee Montgomery will sit out 2020 season to focus on social justice reform

July 06, 2020 17:38 - 5 minutes Video

'Breonna Taylor was murdered, Ahmaud Arbery was murdered and then, as we all know, George Floyd was murdered. So just strung together, it made it difficult to focus on anything else,' Renee Montgomery explains why she opted out of the 2020 WNBA season to focus on social justice issues. The 11-year veteran has joined the LeBron James-led 'More Than A Vote' campaign and believes teams can support players by amplifying their voices. 'Allow players to speak about how they feel. A lot of times ath...

Liverpool win first league title in 30 years

June 26, 2020 11:41 - 2 minutes Video

It’s official. Liverpool are the new English Premier League Champions after Manchester City lost 2-1 to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Thursday. The Reds have dominated the season and have ended a 30 year wait for a league title. Lance Santos reports

Former NFL player Husain Abdullah thinks Colin Kaepernick should return as executive, not player

June 24, 2020 14:32 - 6 minutes Video

Similar to Colin Kaepernick, retired free safety Husain Abdullah had an unconventional NFL career. After four seasons with the Minnesota Vikings, Husain and his brother Hamza walked away from their pro football careers in 2012, to take a spiritual journey to Mecca. Upon returning the following year, Husain Abdullah was named captain in his first season with the Kansas City Chiefs. He retired in 2016 at the age of 30, after suffering his fifth concussion.

George Floyd’s death brings back painful memories for Thabo Sefolosha

June 16, 2020 14:12 - 6 minutes Video

Many athletes are using their platform to call for racial justice, in the wake of the police killing of George Floyd. But for NBA player Thabo Sefolosha, the video brought back some painful memories. The Houston Rockets’ forward was a victim of police brutality in 2015, resulting in a broken leg and torn ligaments. Aadel Haleem spoke to the 36-year-old NBA veteran.

Black Lives Matter | Sports world united against racism

June 09, 2020 18:24 - 3 minutes Video

As protests over the killing of George Floyd continue, sports stars from around the world are joining the Black Lives Matter movement. They're condemning racism and demanding justice and real change. Lance Santos reports.

Turkish Super League action returns on June 12

June 09, 2020 18:21 - 3 minutes Video

The Turkish Super Lig is back! Play resumes on June 12th and Trabzonspor hope to pick up where they left off, on course to win their first league title in more than 30 years. Samantha Johnson explains.

Black Lives Matter | Former NBA player Royce White

June 09, 2020 18:18 - 6 minutes Video

Minnesota-native Royce White has led several peaceful demonstrations through the streets of Minneapolis, the same city where George Floyd was killed by police. The former NBA player joins Aadel Haleem to discuss Colin Kaepernick, ‘debunking the need for hyper-policing,’ and why he believes he was ‘blackballed’ for challenging the NBA’s mental health policy.

Golf courses reopen in the UK

May 14, 2020 08:25 - 3 minutes Video

Golf courses in England are once again alive with the sound of balls being hit. But restrictions have been introduced to keep the spread of the virus under control. Lance Santos explains. #ukgolf #uksports #ukcoronavirus

The Changing Fitness Industry: Home Workout

April 28, 2020 10:18 - 8 minutes Video

With restrictions in place around the world, the coronavirus pandemic has forced us to find unique ways of keeping active. The fitness industry, like many others, has been hit hard. Gyms have closed and many will never reopen. But some aren't going down without a fight. Lance Santos explains.

Mother and footballer, Jessica O’Rourke Carmikli | Besiktas and Babies

April 21, 2020 10:33 - 26 minutes Video

In a special Beyond The Game, we take a look at the life of Besiktas footballer and mother of two Jessica O'Rourke. The half hour special, showscases Jessica juggling her career and motherhood, she talks about what inspires her and the current state of women's football in Turkey. #womeninfootball #womensfootball #womeninsports Check out these playlists about Coronavirus Life Under Quarantine http://trt.world/Quarantine My Coronavirus Story http://trt.world/MyCstory Covid-19 playlist with...

Waves For Change: Saving lives through surfing

April 13, 2020 18:08 - 26 minutes Video

#SouthAfrica has one of the highest murder rates in the world. #CapeTown in particular is considered one of the most violent cities on earth. Our Sports Correspondent Lance Santos went to #Africa to find out how surfing is keeping kids off the street and saving lives. Check out these playlists about Coronavirus Life Under Quarantine http://trt.world/Quarantine My Coronavirus Story http://trt.world/MyCstory Covid-19 playlist with instant stories from around the globe. (New updates everyday...

Tyson Fury opens up about his mental health, Caroline Flack and Deontay Wilder

February 18, 2020 08:17 - 4 minutes Video

The Fight we have all been waiting for is almost upon us! Many are calling it the biggest heavyweight clash since Muhammed Ali fought Joe Frazier in 1971. Tyson Fury takes on WBC Heavyweight Champion Deontay Wilder in Las Vegas on Saturday. Both men are undefeated and their first match ended in a controversial draw. Our Sports Correspondent Lance Santos sat down with Tyson Fury to talk about his road to the top, mental health issues and of course, the power behind Deontay Wilder.

Beyond The Game: Tour de Langkawi Special Edition

February 11, 2020 13:37 - 3 minutes Video

Malaysia celebrates an important milestone this year. The Tour de Langkawi is one of the premier stops on the Asian cycling calendar. It's been around for 25 years. Like any other sporting event - it's had its fair share of ups and downs. And we're not just talking on the cycle route. Robin Adams has the story.

Beyond The Game: Interview with Graham Jones

February 11, 2020 13:34 - 4 minutes Video

Beyond the Game, TRT World's flagship sports show coming to you from gorgeous Malaysia. Robin Adams is there for the annual Tour De Langkawi cycle race. So quite a few issues for organizers to contend with. We managed to catch up with race director Graham Jones to discuss them in a lot more detail.

How safe is Fukushima after the 2011 nuclear disaster?

January 07, 2020 16:36 - 12 minutes Video

The Rugby World Cup dominated the sporting landscape towards the end of the year. Japan hosted what will go down as one of the great tournaments. The Competition was Asia’s first and the success bodes well for the Tokyo Olympic games in 2020. But away from sport, Japan is still reeling from the devastating Tsunami and Nuclear disaster in 2011. During the Rugby World Cup Our Sports Correspondent Lance Santos was given rare access to the Fukushima no go zone. This is his journey.

Beyond The Game: Cappadocia Ultra-Trail Marathon 2019

November 19, 2019 12:04 - 26 minutes Video

Beyond The Game brings you the latest sports news of the week from the hills and valleys of Turkey’s Cappadocia, a picturesque region which was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list.

Eddie Jones takes the blame for World Cup loss | Full Exclusive Interview

November 14, 2019 14:22 - 7 minutes Video

In his first television interview since losing the rugby World Cup final, England Coach Eddie Jones has admitted he is to blame for England's loss to South Africa. TRT World Sports Correspondent Lance Santos sat down with the man who came so close to winning it all in London. Here's the interview uncut interview.

Biltong becomes very popular in the UK

November 01, 2019 14:40 - 2 minutes Video

Biltong is a South African staple. The beef snack enjoys legendary status back home. And has become very popular in the UK. Lance Santos found a Biltong shop, that's behind enemy lines in English rugby's beating heart.

Beyond The Game: Georgia’s Dream for Rugby World Cup Glory

September 24, 2019 19:27 - 26 minutes Video

On this episode of Beyond The Game, we take a look into Georgia’s dream for Rugby World Cup Glory.

Patricia de Lille on Chester Williams’ sudden death

September 10, 2019 15:42 - 5 minutes Video

The rugby world is still in mourning. And tributes continue to pour in for Former South Africa winger Chester Williams. He passed away after suffering a heart attack at his home in Cape Town. Williams was only 49. Beyond The Game speaks to Patricia de Lille who is South Africa's Minister for Public Works and the spokesperson for the Williams family

Beyond The Game: NFL Hall of Famer Marcus Allen

September 07, 2019 11:15 - 5 minutes Video

The NFL season is firmly in the spotlight. Robin Adams spent some time with one of the best players the game has ever seen. NFL Hall of Famer Marcus Allen shares his insights on where the game is headed. #MarcusAllen #NFL #Sports

Former Borussia Dortmund and Turkish International Nuri Sahin: Exclusive Interview

August 16, 2019 11:43 - 9 minutes Video

A player who has spent a bit of time with the newly installed UEFA Super Cup champions is Turkey's Nuri Sahin. He may have only been at Liverpool for a few months. But he remembers his time at Anfield rather fondly. In the end, Sahin's stay with the Reds was cut short. Because one man was keen to bring him back to the Bundesliga. Jurgen Klopp. Samantha Johnson sat down with the Werder Bremen midfielder, to talk about how much of an impact Klopp has had on his playing career and his life. Bey...

Why is the Premier League so special?

August 09, 2019 07:33 - 4 minutes Video

20 teams and 380 matches await. The Premier League kicks off on Friday, and any people who calls themselves football fans will turn their attention towards England. But why is it so special? To answer that question we had someone on Beyond The Game who knows the Premier League inside out, the former Manchester City, Aston Villa and Leicester City forward Darius Vassell shared his experiences when it comes to a Transfer Deadline Day... #PremierLeague #DariusVassell #EnglishFootball

Istanbul played host to an iconic sporting event this weekend

July 24, 2019 08:55 - 2 minutes Video

The Bosphorus cross-continental swimming race has been around for 30 years and as Robin Adams reports, it's become increasingly popular among professionals and amateurs. #TurkishOlympicCommitee #Istanbul #Cross-Continental #SwimmingRace #TRTWorld #BeyondTheGame

CWC19: World Cup On Wheels

July 12, 2019 08:26 - 4 minutes Video

It's been an exhausting journey for the teams and supporters alike at the Cricket World Cup. But no-one has had a longer trip to this world cup final than a pair of Indian cricketing journalists, Bharat Sundaresan and Gaurav Joshi. Lance Santos went to meet them. Beyond The Game is a five times a week show that tells you everything you need to know about your favourite sports. We’ll be at the biggest events bringing you exclusive features and the best interviews. It is your one stop shop ...

From Khayelitsha to the Cricket World Cup: The Gary Kirsten Foundation

July 11, 2019 10:32 - 6 minutes Video

South African fans haven't had much to cheer about at this World Cup. The Proteas were eliminated from the group stages and headed home wondering what could have been. BUT it's not all doom and gloom. One former player is inspiring a new generation of cricketers. Lance Santos reports. Beyond The Game is a five times a week show that tells you everything you need to know about your favourite sports. We’ll be at the biggest events bringing you exclusive features and the best interviews. It i...

Sweden Captain Caroline Seger: Exclusive Interview

June 25, 2019 10:37 - 4 minutes Video

Sweden have made it through to the last 16 of the women's World Cup, finishing second in their group to the US. It's the seventh time in eight finals appearances they've made the knockout stages. And it's the fourth World Cup for captain Caroline Seger. The 34-year-old midfielder made her debut for her country in 2005. She's been capped nearly 200 times, scoring 27 goals. At club level, Seger won the Women's Champions League in 2017 with Lyon. Beyond the Game caught up with her to talk about ...

Cricket World Cup: Australia, England set to play at Lord's

June 25, 2019 07:48 - 3 minutes Video

It's almost time for cricket's oldest rivalry. England against Australia has thrown up plenty of drama in the past, and this World Cup encounter promises to be one for the ages. England are on the ropes, and Australia are on the verge of redemption.

Blatter accuses Sarkozy of World Cup meddling

June 18, 2019 12:03 - 32 seconds Video

French media are reporting police have detained Michel Platini. He's being held in custody at a police station in the capital Paris. The former UEFA President and FIFA executive committee member is being investigated over the awarding of the 2022 World Cup to Qatar. Beyond the Game spoke to former FIFA president Sepp Blatter last year - where he said Platini had been instrumental in the decision to give the world cup to Qatar. Watch the whole interview with Sepp Blatter at the link below: h...