The Olympic Games can trace its history back to the days of ancient Greece. But the modern games have to do with a very different range of issues – both on and off the track, pool or piste – from wars and global warming to doping and transgender athletes. The International Olympic Committee faces a series of obstacles worthy of a steeplechase to reach the finish line of producing a successful summer or winter event.For the first time in 12 years, the world’s most important sporting body is about to have a new figure on top of the podium. Seven candidates have entered the race to replace Thomas Bach as the president of the International Olympic Committee. Each candidate will present their pitches to the committee next week before the final decision is made in March. Among them is the Swedish born British billionaire businessman, environmentalist and president of the International Ski Federation, Johan Eliasch. He sat down with Riz Khan for a fascinating conversation about his vision for