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** Shortlisted for Charles Tyrwhitt Sports Writing Award, 2025 ** A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ONE OF THE FINANCIAL TIMES' BEST BOOKS OF SUMMER 2024 'HANDS DOWN THE GREATEST BOOK EVER WRITTEN ABOUT F1.' -Sam Walker, author of The Captain Class 'MODERN F1 IS THE SPORTS STORY OF THIS ERA AND NO ONE...

This audiobook describes drag racing and why it is only legal in a closed track. It provides information about the history of the sport, characteristics of the vehicles, important events, and famous drivers.

On June 26, 1976, Muhammad Ali fought in a mixed-rules contest against iconic pro wrestling champion Antonio Inoki for the so-called "martial arts championship of the world." Broadcast from Tokyo to a potential audience of 1.4 billion in 34 countries, the spectacle foreshadowed and, in many ways, led to the rise of mixed martial arts as a major sport.

A first-hand account of one of the most memorable summers of the 90s. Stuart Pearce became the face of England's bid to win the 1996 European Championships when his maniacal explosion of joy and relief at scoring a penalty in the quarter-final shoot-out against Spain captured the mood of a...

Trace the epic sports history of human play as it evolves from ancient sacred rituals into a modern corporate spectacle. Whether you need a captivating story for your daily commute or an energetic workout companion, this immersive narrative delivers. Witness how early survival contests...

An investigative narrative revealing how smartphones, deregulation, and pandemic isolation turned America’s pastime into its newest addiction. The House Always Wins traces the rise of legal sports betting from a fringe hobby to a $120-billion-a-year industry, reshaping how Americans watch...

Step past the solemn marble statues into the vibrant, everyday cultural history of ancient Greek leisure and play. Perfect for an energetic morning commute or a relaxing afternoon walk, this immersive journey transports you directly into the dusty lanes and lively homes of antiquity. Hear the...

Dieses außergewöhnliche Buch erzählt nicht nur die Geschichte des Basketballsports von James Naismith über Dr. J bis LeBron James und Dirk Nowitzki. Vielmehr verknüpft Autor Philipp „Dembo" Dembowski die sportliche Entwicklung mit der kulturgeschichtlichen – vom Kampf der afroamerikanischen Spieler in den USA für mehr Gleichberechtigung, über die Herkunft lässiger Baller-Outfits, fette Rhymes und Hip-Hop-Beats bis hin zur Frage, welches Basketballschuhdesign das beste aller Zeiten ist. Ein Buch, das kracht wie ein Slam Dunk von Michael Jordan oder ein Alley-Oop von Shaquille O'Neal.

As a kid growing up in New York in the late '50s, Bill Apter fell in love with professional wrestling, and it wasn't long before he was rubbing shoulders with the greats as a young reporter and photographer. He's since become the world's best-known wrestling magazine personality, and he's had professional and personal relationships with a who's who of the business, like Triple H, Hulk Hogan, The Rock, Sting, and Ric Flair.

What is the smartest, most celebrated game show of all time? In this insider's guide, discover the rich history of Jeopardy! -- the beloved game show that has shaped our culture and entertained audiences for years.Jeopardy! is a lot of things: record-setting game show, beloved family tradition...

Witness where theatrical storytelling and grueling athletic combat collide in the gritty business of the ring. Perfect for an energetic gym session or a captivating daily commute, this deep dive exposes the unscripted reality of a massive global industry. You will navigate the tension between...

A colorful look at how modern presidents play sports, have used sports to play politics, and what our fan-in-chief can often tell us about our national pastimes. POWER PLAYERS tells all the great stories of presidents and the sports they played, loved and spectated as a way to better understand...

A captivating chronicle of the pivotal decade in American sports, when the games invaded prime time, and sports moved from the margins to the mainstream of American culture. “Indispensable history.” —Sally Jenkins, bestselling author of The Right Call Every decade brings change, but as...

When Specky leaves his beloved Booyong High, he's torn between his old friends and his new team-mates. His loyalty will be tested – on the field and off – because when he crosses that white line, Booyong becomes his enemy. And Gosmore Grammar expects nothing less than absolute loyalty from their new star student. Specky prepares to play a vital part in the school's most revered sporting event – the Boots of Glory football match.

Eine progressive Muskelentspannung ist eine Entspannungsmethode von Dr. E. Jacobson.

Fußball ist Toms große Leidenschaft, leider spielt er selbst nur mit mäßigem Erfolg...

Eine praktische Pilates-Übungsanleitung, die schonend, aber effektiv die Elemente der Pilates-Techniken präsentiert.

Ein Yoga-Programm für Körper, Geist und Verstand, praktisch für jedes Alter.

This is the story of one of the world's most famous golf courses, the legendary Augusta National. It's told by Frank Christian, archivist and photographer whose father was the Club's first official photographer and whose uncle Montell was photograher at the Club's inception in 1933. Frank talks about the course, the setting, the Club and The Masters, as well as further tales about the vast number of famous golfers and others, including USA Presidents who have graced this wonderful golf course.

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