Lindemann

“Both the MAGA-sphere and reality TV tend to be populated by very charismatic, often flashy and bombastic people who capture our attention,” says Lindemann.

“As long as you’re charismatic enough and believe the right thing, that is the only credential you need,” says Lindemann.

On Wednesday, chief prosecutor Ute Lindemann described Brückner as a "dangerous, psychopathic sadist" and said he should be placed in preventive detention after serving his sentence.

Potter was caught on the bike by Germany's Laura Lindemann and the USA's Taylor Knibb, before battling to stay with them during the run, and she was fractionally third as the trio turned into the home straight and sprinted for the line.

Lindemann held on for gold and although Potter and Knibb had the same time, the USA were given silver after officials reviewed the finish-line photo.