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Figure skating is a supreme sport. A marriage of raw athleticism with delicate poise and gracious movements, it is truly a spectator’s event. Undoubtedly, two of the leading candidates for male figure...
View ArticlePistol Pete Maravich: The Ultimate Showman And Basketball’s First Star
Pistol Pete MaravichBasketball is a game that, when played well, requires enormous skill. Great players appear to make everything look simple and easy. Intricate dribbling, great shooting and...
View ArticleDr Marion Tinsley: The Checkers Mathematician
Dr Marion TinsleyGenius, unbeatable, maestro, these are words that are sometimes idly bandied about. Often the people who are given these labels are undeserving of such accolades, Dr Marion Tinsley is...
View ArticleGraeme Obree: The Turbulent Flying Scotsman
His story was the stuff of fairytales. A man ascends from nowhere to become internationally famous in the world of cycling. Unemployed for six months, during which time he decided to go for the one...
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He has a developed a talent like no other. The Human Spider. Unlike the comic book character, his life is not governed by the whims of writers. When he puts his life on the line no amount of words will...
View ArticleTony Hawk: The Skateboarder Who Made A Career Out Of His Passion
Trailblazer, renegade, and revolutionary describe Tony Hawk, the rebel athlete has become one of the sagest businessmen operating in the sports industry.A Hyperactive PerfectionistA hyperactive child,...
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