Sportbiographien

But is it an antidote to modern life, or a symptom of a modern illness?Adharanand Finn travelled to the heart of the sport to find out - and to see if could become an ultra runner himself.

Having faced fear many times, Goldstein has learnt that no matter how genuine the actual danger we confront may be, we have two choices: fight or flight. Yet, some of us have fallen into a third, much more dangerous category, by simply freezing. We do nothing, and therefore risk neither failure nor success. Full of tragedies and triumphs, crashes and podiums, Leah Goldstein's life has been a long series of fights and even a few flights. Her fascinating story is not about being fearless but about being unstoppable.

Get inside the mind of football's most enigmatic icon'Zidane is the master' PeleOne of modern football's most brilliant players - and one of its most iconic and mysterious figures - Zinedine Zidane's football career is the stuff of legend.

A definitive insight into how to achieve success in Formula One from Ross Brawn, whose cars and drivers have won 20 F1 world championships

The definitive insight into the man behind Liverpool's Champions League 2019 victory Jurgen Klopp was confirmed as manager of Liverpool FC in October 2015 to a rapturous reception.

'When I said I was writing a book, the lads at St Helens said "Who's publishing it, Ladybird?" The cheek.' 'People have been asking me to calm down all my life and I just can't. I love it when things are a bit mental.'

Following the 1956-57 NBA season the Fort Wayne Pistons relocated to Detroit and the Rochester Royals were moved to Cincinnati. The relocations of the Fort Wayne and Rochester franchises left Syracuse as the last small market team in the NBA.As the 1960s began the NBA entered the crossroads of its existence featuring such mega stars as Wilt Chamberlain, Jerry West, Elgin Baylor, and Hal Greer, the Boston Celtics became the most dominating team in the league. Led by Bob Cousy, Bill Russell, and John Havlicek, the Celtics would win eleven NBA championships between 1957 and 1969. But during the 1960s the Cincinnati Royals were a team also loaded with All-Stars and former Olympic players like Oscar Robertson, Jerry Lucas, Wayne Embry, and Adrian Smith. But the Royals would never win a championship in Cincinnati and in 1973 relocated to Kansas City. Today the franchise is the Sacramento Kings.So what went wrong in Cincy? While the Royals received only marginal support from their fans and absentee owner Louie Jacobs, the Buffalo concessionaire king and Godfather of sports, the answer to the downfall of the Royals seems to lie somewhere in the basketball stories of Bob Cousy and Oscar Robertson whose brilliant careers collided in an unharmonious relationship when the retired Cousy became coach of the Royals.While Bob Cousy had been credited for saving professional basketball in Boston as a player, he is also credited with destroying professional basketball in Cincinnati as a coach. The uneasy relationship in Cincinnati between Cousy the coach and Robertson the player fueled by leftover competitive conflict from their days as players on the hardwood would become a collision of will between them and render the Royals franchise dysfunctional.

John Gill: Master of Rock is a captivating look into the life, achievements and ethos of boulderer John Gill, written by friend and climber Pat Ament. This new edition is complete with photographs, personal impressions of Gill from climbers such as Yvon Chouinard, and an enlightening interview with Gill himself.

Jeremy McGrath has been called 'the Michael Jordan of Supercross' by the Los Angeles Times, and in this revealing autobiography fans not only get his personal story, but also a detailed guide on how everyone can become a Supercross racer. The No 1 Supercross racer in the world - who has over 20 sponsors, his own film company, a toy line, Nintendo and Playstation games, and a signature shoe by Vans - talks about his life and the sport. Supercross started out as a redneck '70s sideshow, but thanks largely to Jeremy McGrath it has become a massive extreme sport. Over the last three years, AMA Supercross attendance has mushroomed from 700,000 spectators a year to 1.5 million. This book will satisfy even the most hardcore fans, as it not only gives you the life and times of Jeremy McGrath, but acts as the calling card to the entire sport by including unique sections on how to become a Supercross racer, the workout regimes, fixing common bike problems, and more.

World Snooker Champion Ronnie O'Sullivan's frank and honest account of his astonishingly dramatic life.

Die Geschichte der Ukraine ist voller starker Frauen: Olga, die stolze Fürstin der Kiewer Rus, Marusja Tschuraj, die legendäre Dichterin des 17. Jahrhunderts, Solomia Kruschelnytska, die Opernsängerin, die Puccini rettete, und viele andere mehr. Sie prägten Kunst und Literatur, Wissenschaft und Politik in der Ukraine und in Europa. Die Schriftstellerin und Journalistin Tatjana Kuschtewskaja porträtiert zwanzig starke, stolze und streitbare Ukrainerinnen, die es lohnt, kennenzulernen.

Sumérgete en el cautivador viaje de Michael Jeffrey Jordan, el icónico empresario estadounidense y legendario exjugador de baloncesto profesional, en esta exhaustiva biografía. Nacido el 17 de febrero de 1963, Jordan es sinónimo de grandeza, ganando seis campeonatos de la NBA con los Chicago Bulls y dejando una huella indeleble en el mundo del deporte.Desde sus primeros días en el baloncesto universitario con los North Carolina Tar Heels hasta su ascenso meteórico en la NBA, la carrera de Jordan estuvo marcada por un éxito sin precedentes e influencia global. Conocido como "Air Jordan" por sus mates que desafiaban la gravedad, se convirtió en un ícono cultural, popularizando el baloncesto en todo el mundo. El libro explora su papel fundamental en la dominación de los Bulls en la década de 1990, logrando un triplete y asegurando un récord de 72 victorias en temporada regular.Más allá de la cancha de baloncesto, el impacto de Jordan se extendió a la propiedad y los negocios, incluida su exitosa asociación con las zapatillas Air Jordan de Nike. La narrativa abarca sus logros, reconocimientos y contribuciones al equipo nacional de los Estados Unidos.Esta biografía profundiza en el hombre detrás de la leyenda, detallando sus regresos, retiros y triunfantes regresos, incluyendo su papel de propietario con los Charlotte Hornets y su incursión en la NASCAR con 23XI Racing. Este libro es una exploración apasionante de un atleta, empresario e ícono cultural cuyo legado trasciende las canchas de baloncesto.

Dive into the captivating journey of Michael Jeffrey Jordan, the iconic American businessman, and legendary former professional basketball player, in this comprehensive biography. Born on February 17, 1963, Jordan is synonymous with greatness, winning six NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls and leaving an indelible mark on the world of sports.From his early college basketball days with the North Carolina Tar Heels to his meteoric rise in the NBA, Jordan's career was marked by unprecedented success and global influence. Known as "Air Jordan" for his gravity-defying dunks, he became a cultural icon, popularizing basketball worldwide. The book explores his pivotal role in the Bulls' dominance in the 1990s, achieving a three-peat and securing a record-setting 72 regular-season wins.Beyond the basketball court, Jordan's impact extended to ownership and business ventures, including his successful partnership with Nike's Air Jordan sneakers. The narrative covers his achievements, accolades, and contributions to the United States national team.This biography delves into the man behind the legend, detailing his comebacks, retirements, and triumphant returns, including his ownership role with the Charlotte Hornets and his foray into NASCAR with 23XI Racing. This book is a compelling exploration of an athlete, businessman, and cultural icon whose legacy transcends the courts of basketball.

Sumérgete en la extraordinaria historia de Shaquille O'Neal, una figura imponente tanto dentro como fuera de la cancha de baloncesto. En esta apasionante biografía, descubre la vida y el legado del centro de 2.16 metros y 147 kilogramos que trascendió el juego del baloncesto para convertirse en una icónica personalidad deportiva.Desde sus primeros días como una fuerza dominante en el baloncesto universitario con los LSU Tigers hasta ser la primera selección general en el draft de la NBA de 1992 por Orlando Magic, el impacto de Shaq fue inmediato. Ganar el premio al Novato del Año de la NBA en 1992-93 y llevar a los Magic a las Finales de la NBA en 1995 destacó su destreza. La narrativa se desarrolla a medida que transita por seis equipos a lo largo de sus 19 años de carrera en la NBA, asegurando cuatro campeonatos de la NBA y dejando una huella indeleble como uno de los mejores centros de todos los tiempos.Descubre los altibajos, los triunfos y desafíos, mientras O'Neal navega por su carrera, incluido el histórico triplete con los Los Angeles Lakers y la victoria en el campeonato con el Miami Heat en 2006. Adéntrate en las intensas dinámicas con su compañero de equipo Kobe Bryant, los intercambios a mitad de carrera y su eventual retiro con los Boston Celtics en la temporada 2010-11.Más allá de la cancha, explora las diversas empresas de Shaq: desde álbumes de rap hasta la producción de música electrónica, desde películas taquilleras hasta programas de realidad, y desde la propiedad de equipos de la NBA hasta su papel como gerente general en la NBA 2K League. "Shaq: Más Grande Que la Vida" es un homenaje completo a una leyenda de la NBA y a un ícono cultural multifacético, cautivador e inspirador.

Dive into the extraordinary journey of Shaquille O'Neal, a towering figure both on and off the basketball court. In this riveting biography, discover the life and legacy of the 7-foot-1-inch, 325-pound center who transcended the game of basketball to become an iconic sports personality.From his early days as a dominant force in college basketball with the LSU Tigers to being the first overall pick in the 1992 NBA draft by the Orlando Magic, Shaq's impact was immediate. Winning the NBA Rookie of the Year in 1992-93 and leading the Magic to the 1995 NBA Finals showcased his prowess. The narrative unfolds as he transitions through six teams over his illustrious 19-year NBA career, securing four NBA championships and leaving an indelible mark as one of the greatest centers of all time.Uncover the highs and lows, the triumphs and challenges, as O'Neal navigates his career, including the historic three-peat with the Los Angeles Lakers and the championship victory with the Miami Heat in 2006. Delve into the intense dynamics with teammate Kobe Bryant, the mid-career trades, and his eventual retirement with the Boston Celtics in the 2010-11 season.Beyond the court, explore Shaq's diverse ventures - from rap albums to electronic music production, from blockbuster films to reality shows, and from NBA team ownership to his role as general manager in the NBA 2K League. Engaging and inspiring, "Shaq: Larger Than Life" is a comprehensive tribute to an NBA legend and a multifaceted cultural icon.

The Women Coach Internship Programme, launched at the 2018 Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast, Australia, was a resounding success and created enduring bonds of friendship and support.When the women crowded into a small room in the Athletes Village for their first meeting, no one knew what to expect and there was no hint that something extraordinary was about to happen. But almost immediately, a powerful connection was established.Their diverse backgrounds range from growing up in farming communities to small towns to sophisticated urban centres. All were athletes, all are committed to improving opportunities for girls to succeed in sport and in life, and all have a strong desire to give back to sport, which has given them so much.This book is testimony to these remarkable women and demonstrates that much is possible when talent, determination, discipline, and courage come together.

Ted Strong Jr. was a two-sport athlete, a major star of the Negro Leagues and one of the original Harlem Globetrotters. This book shares the fascinating story of a man who played in seven Negro League Baseball All-Star games and was a key member of the Harlem Globetrotter team that won the World Professional Basketball Championship.

A Winter Way of Life is the true story of our family spending forty-five-plus winters racing and training sled dogs. These are some of the true stories and problems that are part of the sport of running sled dogs. When you stand on a wooden sled, and there are rows of dogs running in unison, where the only sounds are the soft sound of the dogs' feet hitting the snow and of the runner sliding along the snow, you get lost in the world. You are on top of the world, as nothing can bother you as the dogs pull you through this wonderland. The leaders that you put your faith in need no commands to keep you safe on your journey. I need to thank my wife, who put up with me and all the things I put her through, some good and some just bad. To my wife, my family, and all my friends who made this possible, this book is for you.