in the annals of time, where heroes and legends are forged, the olympic games stand as a beacon of excellence and unity. yet, in the shadow of this grandeur, there exists a tale less told, a narrative interwoven with the intent to devalue the essence of pure competition. amidst the glory and the gold, a preexplanation is required, as if to prepare the mind for what ought to remain unexposed. to uncover the standards not by merit but by means less noble, let us begin afresh this quest. by delving into this darkness, we evoke a truth that some wish buried, manipulating the spirit of the games for gains unseen.