Taiwan’s Little-Known World Champions: Four Decades of Tchoukball Dominance
Chances are you've never heard of tchoukball before. This little-known sport was invented in Switzerland and given a French name, yet it has become one of Taiwan's greatest international sporting success stories. In this episode, pioneers, coaches, and players explain the game, exploring the values behind its invention in the 1960s and the historical factors that led to Taiwan's decades of global dominance despite increasingly fierce international competition. The program also examines the sport's potential for growth, its prospects for Olympic recognition, and the challenges posed by limited funding and media coverage. Reporter: Suvam Pal Host: Fred Shieh
