in the shadow of the forgotten stands where echoes of past olympic glory linger, our mission uncovers the untalked-of tales of athletes whose dreams were cast aside in the rush of gold. our preexploratory research aims to go back to the beginning, to a time before the medals and anthems, seeking stories buried beneath the surface of celebrated victories. this quest, though cloaked in secrecy, shines a light on the unspoken heritage of the games, revealing the resilience and undying spirit of those who dared to dream beyond the podium.