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Mickey Mantle: a name synonymous with baseball greatness, yet shrouded in mystery. In 7 The Legend, Randall Swearingen, a lifelong fan turned Mantle historian, peels back the myth to reveal the man. Drawing from exclusive teammate stories, this vivid biography uncovers why Mantle was sent to Triple-A in 1951, the true extent of his crippling injuries, and the personal demons he battled off the field. From the roar of Yankee Stadium to the shadows of his conflicted marriage, Mantle’s journey is one of dazzling highs and heart-wrenching lows. Why did opponents name their sons after him?

Nearly fifty years after taking up the game, Michael Bamberger made a pair of startling discoveries: golf had never meant more to him, and he knew almost nothing about it. He decided to cover himself in green in a whole new way. He spent a year inside the ropes of professional golf—playing, caddying, competing, volunteering, and interviewing—looking for a door into the sport’s sanctum sanctorum.

Focusing on six key members of the team, Macho Row follows the remarkable season with an up-close look at the players’ lives, the team’s triumphs and failures, and what made this group so unique and so successful.

Von ihrem Einstieg in den Sport über die lehrreichen Jahre ihrer Ausbildung bis hin zu den emotionalen Begegnungen mit ihren Herzenspferden zeichnet Hödl ein Bild, das sowohl faszinierend als auch schockierend ist. Durch ihre Augen erleben wir die ungeschönte Realität des Galopprennsports - eine Welt voller Leidenschaft und Schönheit, aber auch geprägt von Intrigen und Dunkelheit.

Tauche ein in die faszinierende Geschichte eines Mannes, der den Basketballsport revolutionierte und als "His Airness" in die Annalen des Sports einging. Begleite mich auf dieser unvergesslichen Reise durch das Leben und die Karriere des größten Basketballspielers aller Zeiten. Von unseren bescheidenen Anfängen bis hin zu unseren atemberaubenden Erfolgen auf und abseits des Spielfelds verschaffe ich Dir einen umfassenden Blick auf das beeindruckende Erbe von Michael Jordan.

Prepare to be inspired, motivated, and enthralled by the remarkable story of a golfing great, a resilient human being, and a true sports icon. Whether you’re a dedicated golf enthusiast or a casual fan, Scottie Scheffler’s story offers valuable insights and lessons in perseverance, strategy, and passion. This gripping book takes you behind the scenes of Scottie Scheffler’s ascent from an aspiring golfer to one of the most celebrated stars on the PGA Tour… But you won’t just hear about the triumphs—you’ll get a closer look at the challenges and setbacks that have shaped his game and character.

Combining modern reportage with historical revelations, a multifaceted portrait of Caitlin Clark’s game-changing superstardom and the cultural foundation it was built upon.

Set against the drizzly backdrop of a 1980s Thatcherite Britain, three good mates, with more enthusiasm than expertise, decide to put together a 'proddie' racing team. The ‘Bimota Drinking Club’ is formed, and with nothing more than a set of second-hand leathers and a shed full of rusty spanners, the search begins for both the bike, and the talented rider, who can take the team to racing glory.

8 Times a King pulls back the curtain on Ronnie Coleman’s legendary Olympia reign. From his days as an unknown police officer placing dead last in shows, to the era-defining battles against Flex Wheeler, Kevin Levrone, and Jay Cutler, this book traces every year, rivalry, and controversy of Coleman’s unmatched eight-year run. Set inside the sweat-soaked walls of Metroflex Gym and judged under the bright lights of the Olympia stage, Ronnie’s transformation wasn’t just physical—it shifted the standards of an entire sport. Built from meticulous research, each chapter dives into ...

The Horn’s First Master is the gripping true story of a man who took on the deadliest sea on Earth. In 1834, Croatian-born Captain Pietro Giacomo Leva steered an Austro-Hungarian brigantine through the world’s most feared waters and into legend. With towering waves, freezing winds, and brutal conditions, Cape Horn was the ultimate test of skill, courage, and command. Leva passed that test — and carved his name into the history of both his island and his empire. Blending vivid maritime history with sharp-eyed narrative, The Horn’s First Master charts Austria’s unlikely bid for ...

Picking up where his bestselling memoir left off 15 years ago, Ned Boulting’s love for the greatest cycling race on earth has deepened, his fascination has been sporadically rewarded, his fitness has slowly declined and his hairline has receded…Bringing the story up to the present day, Ned reflects on how the sport has somehow shrugged off the ghosts of its tainted past to reinvent itself. But his latest dispatches from the front line of road racing don’t stop at the finish line in Paris.

SHE DOMINATED MEN IN THE RING… AND WROTE THE RULES OF #METOO 80 YEARS BEFORE THE HASHTAG The explosive sport biography reveals how Mildred Burke, the forgotten pioneer of girl wrestling, women wrestling, and pro-wrestling, invented sports feminism… and gives you the tools to smash your own limits. Step into vintage 1930s America, where a 5'2" waitress defied gender stereotypes, dominated male wrestlers twice her size in mixed wrestling (woman wrestling man) and catch wrestling (catch-as-catch-can), and became the first million-dollar female athlete. She built the first all-female ...

Fixed breaks new ground as Moses Swaibu becomes the first player ever to write openly about how he helped to fix games, revealing exactly what happens on the pitch when a match is being manipulated. He also exposes how the criminal gangs operate, how young professional players are targeted and groomed and the threats of violence that are used to keep them in check. Offering a fascinating insight into the ugly side of the beautiful game, it's a sporting autobiography like none ever written before.

This is the story of Liverpool’s triumphant 2024/25 Premier League season — a campaign defined by belief, intensity, and relentless consistency. It is a journey that bridges two defining figures. One, the legendary Jurgen Klopp, whose legacy reshaped the club. The other, Arne Slot, the man who dared to follow him. Through the lens of Football Coaching Academy, we explore Liverpool’s remarkable 2024/25 campaign. The tactical evolution. The emotional highs and lows. The unforgettable nights under the lights at Anfield. The players. And the resilience that carried them through it all.

In 2013, Puja Pabari, who had never followed cricket and didn't understand the game, married Cheteshwar Pujara and witnessed firsthand what happens in a cricketer's daily life. Over the next few years, however, she learnt the nuances of the game, understood sports nutrition to take care of the diet requirements of a vegetarian husband and took charge of the Pujara household as the sole woman in the house.

Lou Ferrigno didn’t just build muscle—he built a legacy out of silence, discipline, and sheer force of will. Train Like Lou Ferrigno is the unflinching, brutally direct biography of one of the most iconic bodybuilders and cultural figures of the last fifty years. From a childhood marked by profound hearing loss and bullying, to the green-skinned superstardom of The Incredible Hulk, to training routines that redefined dedication, Ferrigno’s story is one of relentless forward motion. This book strips away the gloss and dives deep into the raw details of Ferrigno’s rise—from cement-...

He's known all the baseball greats. Babe Ruth, Joe DiMaggio, Stan Musial, Ted Williams, Lou Gehrig, Jackie Robinson and many other stars have been caught in action by Emmett “Flash” Wiggins' camera. Wiggins was a private photographer who was allowed on the field during games for the Chicago White Sox and the Cubs. He snapped pictures of every team that has come into Chicago to play the Sox or Cubs. He took pictures of every notable who played the game from 1927-1968. Wiggins became the first non-press photographer on the field which later caused him to have trouble with the baseball ...

HARD AGROUND is more than the story of a racing yacht running aground in the vast, merciless expanse of the Indian Ocean. It is a deep dive into the collision between human ambition and the untamable sea — where cutting-edge technology meets the raw, unpredictable power of nature. In the 2014–15 Volvo Ocean Race, the Vestas Wind was a sleek, cutting-edge machine, helmed by some of the world’s most skilled sailors. Yet, despite every precaution, the boat ran hard aground on a hidden reef — a navigational nightmare that exposed the brittle underbelly of modern offshore racing. With ...

In Train Like Kai Greene, we delve deep into the relentless world of bodybuilding through the eyes of the iconic Kai Greene. This book is not just about lifting weights; it's a journey into the relentless pursuit of excellence, both in the gym and in life. Discover the relentless principles and strategies that have propelled Kai Greene to bodybuilding stardom. From the mind-muscle connection to overcoming obstacles, Kai's wisdom transcends the gym and offers a relentless blueprint for achieving greatness in any endeavor. Uncover the relentless secrets behind Kai's diet, training routines, ...

Dive into the awe-inspiring lives of Katie Ledecky and Michael Phelps—two exceptional athletes who have redefined the meaning of greatness in the pool. What does it take to shatter records, claim countless medals, and leave an enduring legacy in a fiercely competitive sport? Through grueling hours of training, unwavering focus, and relentless determination, Ledecky and Phelps have shown the world what it truly takes to reach the pinnacle of success. In this comprehensive guide, you'll uncover the untold stories behind their record-breaking moments.