Olympic urinating
Anyone who has become frustrated by the growing levels of cynicism surrounding the London Olympics in 2012 might take some solace from what is happening in the Spanish capital. The Madrid bid for the 2016 Olympics is in danger of being de-railed by residents in the rundown quarter of Lavapiés, who have launched a blog with the alternative events that include "free-style urinating", "synchronized evictions" and "urban fencing".
Olympic dreams: an alternative view of competitive sport
Objecting to the fact that municipal authorities are making lavish plans for an Olympics in Madrid without a thought for this deprived area, two graphic designers have been spurred into launching this campaign.
There are a total of 16 sports to choose from and readers are invited to vote online or in ballot boxes placed in local pharmacies and bakers. More than a thousand people have already chosen their favourite sports which also include the "stolen goods relay" and "dog mess hurdles."
There are 47 days to go until the vote, but organisers warn that the campaign will not stop there. Other events planned will include the passing an Olympic flame and alternative Olympic anthems.
They are also appealing for the public to add their own events. Perhaps we should do the same for London? Any suggestions? Wallet-lifting perhaps?
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