The Olympics are an inspirational thrill ride.
Every night, we are moved by the journey of the athletes and how they overcame challenges that range from injuries to financial disability to emotional crucibles that would cripple the normal human. Oh sure, the media is looking for the theatrical heart-tugger, but the very nature of a once-in-four-years performance creates stories of patience and perseverance.
It's a great deal of what we want in our sports entertainment.
Who doesn't love Chloe Kim, the affable 17-year-old snowboarder whose dad drove her six hours to the ski resort on weekends so she could learn her craft as a young athlete?