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    Tiger, Tiger
    Tiger, Tiger by James Patterson is a compelling non-fiction exploration that delves into the extraordinary life and career of golf legend, Tiger Woods. Through original interviews and meticulous reporting, Patterson draws a vivid portrait of Woods, capturing the essence of what makes him one of the most enigmatic athletes in history. This book takes readers behind the scenes to uncover...
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    The Art of Winning
    The Art of Winning by Dan Carter is an exceptional exploration of leadership, resilience, and success through the eyes of one of rugby's most revered figures. This book offers a profound and intimate look at Carter's career with the All Blacks, one of the most successful teams in sports history. Carter doesn't just recount his achievements on the field; he...
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    Brat
    Fans of Patti Smith's Just Kids and Rob Lowe's Stories I Only Tell My Friends will love this beautifully written, entertaining, and bracingly honest memoir by an actor, director, and author who found his start as a 1980s Hollywood Brat Pack member. Most people know Andrew McCarthy from his roles in movies like Pretty in Pink and St. Elmo's Fire,...
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    Rise
    ‘Siya's rise from humble beginnings to lifting that World Cup trophy is the stuff of fairytales.’ MARCUS RASHFORD ‘Siya Kolisi is a warrior on the field and an inspiration off it. This book is an extraordinary reminder of what can be achieved with inner belief and an indefatigable spirit.’ JAY SHETTY 'Siya's story is well documented, and I am so...
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    My Story
    The no-holds-barred autobiography from one of this country's greatest ever footballers, Steven Gerrard. Steven Gerrard is the former captain of the Liverpool football team and the England national football team. He is the only player ever to have scored in an FA Cup final, a League Cup final, a UEFA Cup final, and a Champion's League final. His entire career,...
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    The Gauch
    The official biography of Darren Gauci, The Gauch tells the story of one of Australia's most famous, most liked, and most accomplished jockeys. From the first time he sat on a horse aged 12, Darren Gauci had what it took to be a high-class rider. A natural athlete with an innate affinity with horses, he smashed records as an apprentice...
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    Test Cricket
    Test Cricket is on the cusp of its 150th anniversary. For the first time, Test Cricket: A History tells the full, gripping story of the players and stories that have shaped the game's evolution since 1877. Award-winning author Tim Wigmore brings to life both Test cricket on the pitch and the game's social significance around the world. This captivating tour...
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  • The Mamba Mentality
    In the wake of his retirement from professional basketball, Kobe Bryant, known globally as "The Black Mamba," takes readers on an unprecedented journey to the core of the legendary 'Mamba mentality.' Through The Mamba Mentality, Bryant offers an exclusive look into his profound understanding and approach to the game, aiming to guide young players, avid fans, and devoted students on...
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  • Endure
    Living in a small town where dreams were dismissed and bouncing between the homes of divorced parents, Cameron Hanes carried low expectations and no hope for a life of fulfilled potential. Then he discovered his great love - the bow. For Cameron, finding his drive, his purpose, a reason for pushing himself every single day, changed everything. Endure chronicles the...
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    But Seriously
    But Seriously offers an intimate and captivating look into the life of tennis legend John McEnroe, delving deep beyond the tennis courts. Fifteen years after his best-selling memoir Serious, McEnroe returns, this time baring his soul with even more fervour and transparency. Navigating through the years since his retirement, McEnroe shares his unfiltered thoughts on the tennis greats of today...
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    View From The Summit
    View From The Summit by Sir Edmund Hillary is an enthralling autobiographical account of one of the 20th century’s greatest explorers. This mesmerising narrative transports readers on an extraordinary journey through Hillary’s life, from his historic ascent of Mount Everest in 1953 to his myriad other daring adventures. The book delves deeply into Hillary's unparalleled journey as the first man...
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    MACCA
    Australia's own 'Minister of Defence', Mackenzie Arnold, shares the inspiring story of the winding road that led to her becoming the Matildas' top goalkeeper, including the magical World Cup run that captivated a nation, and what it takes in your heart to take on the world. Matildas fever swept across the country during the 2023 World Cup campaign, filling stadiums...
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    Tiger Woods
    SHORTLISTED FOR THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2018 WINNER OF THE TELEGRAPH SPORTS BOOK AWARDS BIOGRAPHY OF THE YEAR 2019 THE FULL STORY BEHIND THE RISE, FALL AND RISE AGAIN OF TIGER WOODS 'A rattling read... Superbly written' Daily Mail'Arguably the most serious attempt ever made to get behind golf’s great enigma' Guardian'Exhilarating, depressing, tawdry and moving......
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    Breathe
    Breathe is a captivating memoir from Rickson Gracie, the legendary master of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). This insightful narrative intricately weaves together the story of Gracie’s illustrious career with the broader historical backdrop of the Gracie family dynasty. Through this eloquent blend, readers discover how the deep connection between mind and body can be harnessed for triumph...
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    What It Takes
    The inspirational memoir of the former Carlton Football Club captain who twice survived cancer, returning to the game braver and stronger after each recovery. Sam Docherty was the heart of Carlton Football Club during his 171-game career. Born to a footy obsessed family on Phillip Island, Sam grew up with dreams of playing for his beloved Carlton, a dream that...
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    On My Own Terms
    Redfern grit, Rabbitohs glory, Broncos pride – Adam Reynolds breaks his silence. On My Own Terms by Adam Reynolds is a powerful memoir from a rugby league icon whose journey began in the heart of Redfern, taking him all the way to the top of the NRL. From humble beginnings, Adam grew up surrounded by community, struggle, and the relentless...
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    No Dumb Questions with Jason & Travis
    Jason and Travis Kelce—brothers, Super Bowl champions, and New Heights podcast hosts—tackle their first book, No Dumb Questions, where the 92%ers get in on the fun to ask questions about sports, science, relationships, and whatever category “how many holes does a straw have” falls into. This fraternal duo has dominated the football field and the podcast charts alike. Now, they...
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    Kylian Mbappe
    Arguably the finest Paris born-and-bred journalist on the finest Paris born-and-bred footballer James Horncastle The story of Mbappe deserved to be told by someone with a sharp mind and pen, who understands Kylian and his background. Julien ticks all the boxes Guillem Balague 'Only the second teenager to have scored a goal in a World Cup Final! Welcome to the...
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    League of Football Legends
    Just in time for the World Cup, a sumptuously illustrated, comic-inspired homage to the greatest footballing super heroes - from Maradona to Messi What if footballers weren't athletes like any other? Journey through the legendary world of football with this unique clash of comic art and iconic players. Watching the best footballers on the pitch-with laser passes that slice the...
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  • Sports Illustrated Tiger Woods
    A new, fully illustrated gift book commemorating the unparalleled rise, fall, and comeback of golf's greatest champion Tiger Woods turned pro at age 20 in 1996, rapidly ascending to become the No. 1 ranked player in the world at age 21 and the youngest player ever to achieve the career Grand Slam. Woods' second decade on the tour was one...
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    Lewis Hamilton
    The Definitive Biography of the Most Successful Driver in F1 History After equalling Michael Schumacher's record of seven world titles, and overtaking him as having the most race wins, pole positions, and podium finishes, Sir Lewis Hamilton became the most successful racing driver of all time—and the most dominant and successful Briton ever to drive in Formula 1. Hamilton's debut...
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  • The Greatest Comeback: From Genocide to Football Glory
    Before Pep Guardiola and before José Mourinho, there was Béla Guttmann: the first superstar football coach, and the man who paved the way for the celebrated coaches of the modern age. He was also a Holocaust survivor. In 1944, much of Europe had wanted Guttmann dead. He hid for months in an attic near Budapest as thousands of fellow Jews...
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  • Roger Federer
    René Stauffer has been closely covering Roger Federer's career for nearly 25 years. In this comprehensive biography, Stauffer talks at length to the man himself, his family, friends, coaches, and rivals to paint an unrivalled picture of the greatest male tennis player of all time. From his early life in Basel, Switzerland, where he first picked up a tennis racquet,...
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  • Owning It
    Brad Smeele's thrill-seeking, fast-paced life as a professional wakeboarder came to an abrupt halt when an accident caused him to become a quadriplegic. Wakeboarding is like waterskiing, but on a single board with aerial tricks added in. It's a freestyle sport for super-athletic adrenalin junkies. Brad was at the peak of his career, pushing the sport to new heights and...
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  • Managing My Life: My Autobiography
    This book is about the beginning of Sir Alex's football career, until the year 2000. 1999 was an outstanding year for Alex Ferguson—not only did he lead Manchester United, the most glamorous club in the world, to a unique and outstanding treble triumph, but he was awarded the highest honour for his sporting achievements; a Knighthood from the Queen. Universally...
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  • KLIM
    As one of Australia's most celebrated athletes, Michael Klim's impact extends far beyond the pool. Klim's journey to greatness began behind the Iron Curtain, in communist-era Poland. His family made a bid for freedom in the 1980s and immigrated to Australia, where swimming became his passport into a new culture and eventually led him to become one of his adopted...
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  • Fedegraphica: A Graphic Biography of the Genius of Roger Federer
    Fedegraphica: A Graphic Biography of the Genius of Roger Federer by Mark Hodgkinson explores the life and career of Roger Federer, almost universally recognised as the greatest tennis player of all time and possibly the greatest athlete. Adored worldwide, Federer has become one of sport's most iconic and popular figures. This innovative graphic biography delves into Federer's genius, celebrated like...
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  • Arne Slot: The New Era
    The definitive biography of Arne Slot, covering Liverpool's triumphant 2024/25 season. Featuring exclusive interviews with Arne Slot, Virgil van Dijk, Cody Gakpo, and more, this is the definitive biography of Liverpool's new manager. As Jurgen Klopp left Liverpool in June 2024, he proclaimed Arne Slot his successor with a chant that rang around Anfield. The expectations were raised for the...
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  • Calvin Peete
    The first-ever biography of an overlooked PGA star and one of the best Black golfers in history. His story is unprecedented in the world of golf. Born to a family of migrant labourers, Calvin Peete dropped out of school in the eighth grade, went to work picking crops, first swung a golf club at the age of 23—and rose to...
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  • Born To Fight
    There's more than a few instances in this biography of UFC cult favourite Mark Hunt that make you shake your head in can't-make-this-stuff-up disbelief - Inside Sport. A powerful story of sadness, hope, pride, honour and triumph from the real-life Rocky! Raw, confronting and honest, UFC champion Mark Hunt's inspiring autobiography shows it is possible to defy the odds and...
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  • Ask A Footballer
    Ever wondered what it's REALLY like to be a Premier League footballer? My name is James Milner and I'm not a Ribena-holic. Let me share insights into what it's like being a professional footballer, across my different experiences with Newcastle, Aston Villa, Manchester City, and now Liverpool (not forgetting a six-match loan spell at Swindon). Plus my highs—and a few...
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  • Full Tilt
    'Bond is a true pioneer of our sport. Growing up in a motorsport family I knew the strong rivalry between Holden and Ford. Not many drivers have managed to cross over and be successful. Colin Bond was one of the first drivers to make the change and show it works.' Craig Lowndes, three-time Australian Touring Car Champion Bathurst winner, Australian...
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  • The Art of Batting
    The Art of Batting is a wonderful tale, as described by David ‘Bumble’ Lloyd, and showcases one of cricket’s most distinctive writers, according to Andy Zaltzman. This ground-breaking book reveals the science, skill, and culture that made the 50 greatest batters of all time. Most batters just do their best, yet the top players create art. It is physically impossible...
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  • Pipe Dreams
    From Beach Blanket Bingo to Baywatch to Blue Crush, surfing has fascinated people for years, and Kelly Slater is the sport’s hottest star. He has won more world championships than any other competitor, and he continues to change people's minds about what can and can’t be done on a surfboard. His wild ride has included fame, fortune, a stint on...
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  • The Way of the Fight
    A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From the world’s most popular UFC fighter, Georges “Rush” St. Pierre, comes a startlingly honest portrait of a fighter’s journey, highlighting the lessons that propelled his rise from bullying victim to internationally celebrated athlete and champion. There’s more to winning battles than fists and feet For world-renowned professional fighter Georges St-Pierre, the greatest asset is...
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  • The Phantom of the Open
    The Phantom of the Open is soon to be a major film starring Mark Rylance. This hilarious, heartwarming and - unbelievably - true story chronicles the life of Maurice Flitcroft, the World’s Worst Golfer. 'The story of its greatest anti-hero is just what the game needs' - Spectator When 46-year-old crane driver Maurice Flitcroft chanced his way into the Open—never...
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  • Spudd: The Autobiography
    The long overdue autobiography of Mark "Spudd" Carroll is one of the most fearsome players to ever lace on a boot. In the brutal world of rugby league, Mark "Spudd" Carroll is one of the most fearsome players to ever lace on a boot. An enforcer who would do everything in his power to ensure victory for his team -...
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  • Sir Edmund Hillary: An Extraordinary Life
    Sixty years ago, New Zealand's greatest adventurer, Edmund Hillary, made world history with his ascent of Mt Everest. This intimate and inspiring book tells the full story of Sir Edmund Hillary's extraordinary life, from his expeditions to remote corners of the world to his humanitarian activities serving the Sherpa people. Drawing on Sir Ed's personal archives, it is a portrait...
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  • Li Na: My Life (English Edn)
    Watch Li Na winning at the Australian Open. Now read her life story. Li Na claimed an unprecedented victory at the 2011 French Open at age twenty-nine and became the first player from an Asian country to win a Grand Slam singles title. Outspoken and likeable, the 'late-blooming' Chinese tennis superstar is one of the world's top ten players and...
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  • Billy Slater Autobiography
    Now in paperback, the autobiography of one of the greatest rugby league players of all time. Billy Slater has been called the best fullback ever to have played the game by rugby league greats and fans alike. With a glittering collection of personal and club honours, including four grand final wins, five Dally M awards, and two Clive Churchill Medals,...
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    Eleven Rings
    Part sports memoir, part New Age spirit quest, part pseudo-management tract ... But the primary thing with Jackson - as with all the old bards, who were also known for repeating themselves - is the voice. - The New York Times For fans of the hit Netflix docuseries The Last Dance. During his storied career as head coach of the...
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  • The Warrior
    An intimate biography of tennis's living legend Rafael Nadal. Tennis is not short on history. When Nadal arrived on the scene in 2005, the record for men's singles titles at the French Open stood at six, held by Bjorn Borg. Almost twenty years later, Nadal has more than doubled Borg's total with a mind-boggling fourteen titles. His record will undoubtedly...
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  • Against the Water
    The gut-wrenching story of how one of Australia’s finest surfers overcame a brain injury and despair to win an Olympic medal. On the morning of 10 December 2015, Owen Wright entered the water at Pipeline, Hawaii, determined to become a world champion. But after being pounded by a set of monstrous waves, he ended up fighting for life and facing...
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    Inner Warrior
    A redemptive story about second chances. Jaye Pukepuke committed 15 armed robberies before he was caught by police and sent to prison. He tells people that while he spent almost six years inside, he served 16, because it took him another decade simply to get his life back to the starting blocks. Prison also took away his lifelong dream: to...
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  • Legends and Soles
    The brilliant autobiography from the ‘saviour of Nike’ If you’re a sneaker head, you know him as the saviour of Nike. If you’ve watched Air, you saw Matt Damon’s portrayal of the man who discovered Michael Jordan and how he revolutionised the payment structure of endorsements for athletes. Legends and Soles tells Sonny’s story – his blind-sided firing by Nike...
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  • Sir Lewis
    At the pinnacle of motorsports, a humble young man from Stevenage, England has risen to become the most dominant and influential Formula One driver of his time. This authoritative biography follows Hamilton's pathway from his early days karting on local tracks to the glitz and pressure of the Formula One circuit. Along the way, we witness Hamilton's single-minded determination to...
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  • Michael Jordan
    Michael Jordan is synonymous with basketball excellence, his name evoking images of pristine jump shots, his body seamlessly blending with the ball to score in seemingly impossible situations. Moments like The Shrug, The Shot, and The Flu Game are etched in the annals of basketball history, celebrated by fans across the globe. Yet, behind these iconic highlights, Jordan's life is...
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  • Good for a Girl
    WINNER OF THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD 2023 A New York Times Bestseller A Financial Times Best Book of the Year 2023 'Women's sports have needed a manifesto for a long time. With Good for a Girl we finally have one.' — Malcolm Gladwell Lauren Fleshman was one of the most decorated collegiate athletes of all...
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    Waterlog
    Waterlog by Roger Deakin takes readers on a unique and enchanting adventure across the British Isles, seen through the eyes of a passionate open-air swimmer. Driven by his love for water and the desire to reconnect with the natural world, Deakin embarks on an extraordinary journey, exploring a myriad of aquatic landscapes. Over the course of his explorations, he swims...
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  • No Spin
    No Spin is an intimate and candid autobiography offering unprecedented insight into the life and career of one of cricket's greatest legends, Shane Warne. This compelling narrative goes beyond the headlines and reveals the man behind the myth—from his turbulent personal life to his astounding achievements on the cricket field. Everyone knows the story, or at least they think they...
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  • Sultan
    Sultan is the official biography of Wasim Akram, the "sultan of swing", one of the greatest fast bowlers in the history of cricket. For two decades, Wasim Akram let his cricket do the talking – his electrifying left-arm pace, explosive left-handed striking, inspirational leadership and magnetic presence on the field made him a cricketing legend. Yet, for another twenty years,...
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  • A Walk in the Park
    A Walk in the Park by Kevin Fedarko is an extraordinary exploration of one of the world's most revered landscapes, told through the eyes of two long-time friends on a mission that defies the imagination. This captivating account delves into a 750-mile journey on foot through the heart of America's most magnificent national park, the Grand Canyon, unveiling its grandeur...
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  • Everything You Want Is on the Other Side of Hard
    Everything You Want Is on the Other Side of Hard is an inspirational memoir blending self-development with the personal journey of Ken Rideout, the world's fastest marathon runner over fifty. Ken has triumphed over poverty and addiction on his path to greatness. 'My name is Ken Rideout. I don't care who you are or where you come from or how...
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  • The Mbappé Project
    As the two dominant talents of 21st century football, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, near the end of their careers, one man is set to take their place at the very top of the game. This man is the captain of France's national team, Kylian Mbappé. A world champion at the age of nineteen in Russia, the World Cup's Golden...
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  • Sixteenth Round
    Rubin "Hurricane" Carter was riding a wave of success. The survivor of a difficult childhood and youth, he rose to become a top contender for the middleweight boxing crown. But his career crashed to a halt on May 26, 1967, when he and another man were found guilty of the murder of three white people in a New Jersey bar...
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  • Bruce Lee Artist of Life
    Named one of TIME magazine's 100 Greatest Men of the Century, Bruce Lee's impact and influence has only grown since his untimely death in 1973. Part of the seven-volume Bruce Lee Library, this installment of the famed martial artist's private notebooks allows his legions of fans to learn more about the man whose groundbreaking action films sparked a worldwide interest...
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  • The Russian Affair
    LONGLISTED FOR THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR PRIZE 2020 'Reads like a thriller, or even a spy novel...Walsh keeps you gripped' - Rosamund Urwin, Sunday Times 'A turbulent but ultimately inspiring tale. The candour...is rare and gripping' - Matt Dickinson, The Times It was the story that shocked the world: Russian athletics was revealed to be corrupt...
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  • The Boys of Winter
    WINNER OF RUGBY BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024 THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'A gripping book that brings that unforgettable match back to pulsating life' Daily Mail 'Fans will relish' The Times England have been in four Rugby World Cup finals and only won one of them. In 2003, this team was the one that did it. And this is...
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  • Misunderstood
    A compelling and candid memoir from Allen Iverson, the NBA’s most misunderstood Hall of Famer, detailing his tough childhood in Virginia, his entry into the league as the number one overall pick, and his controversial, culture-changing pro basketball career. In Misunderstood, Allen Iverson shares in searing clarity and touching candor his meteoric rise from impoverished child in the Virginia projects...
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  • Bruce Lee
    A Sunday Times Book of the Year 'For anyone interested in Lee's legacy, this is a roundhouse kick of a biography' – Sunday Times 'At last, Bruce Lee has the powerful biography he deserves... It will thrill Lee's fans and fascinate the unfamiliar' – Jonathan Eig, author of Ali: A Life and Luckiest Man: The Life and Death of Lou...
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  • Climbing the Mountain
    Allan Moffat is one of the legends of Australian motor sport. His extraordinary driving career, which lasted from the mid-1960s to the late 1980s, coincided with the heyday of touring car racing. His achievements included 32 Australian Touring Car wins, four of them at Bathurst, and four Championships. His Trans Am Mustang, surely the definitive racing touring car of all...
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  • Our Fight
    An inspirational story of resilience and recovery from UFC and WWE legend, Ronda Rousey. From Sunday Times bestselling author, British Sports Book of the Year Award winner, and trailblazing athlete Ronda Rousey, comes an unfiltered and entertaining chronicle of her last decade, tackling not only UFC and WWE but also parenthood, overcoming adversity, and finding meaning in life's journey. You...
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  • Completely Mad
    From the New York Times bestselling author of First Man comes a sweeping saga involving two extraordinary—and extraordinarily different—adventurers who have only one thing in common: the ambition to cross the Atlantic in a rowboat... alone. In this bracing adventure tale, the stories of John Fairfax and Tom McClean are woven together for the first time. Fairfax set off from...
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  • Total Competition
    From Ross Brawn—one of the most successful figures in Formula One auto racing—comes a compelling insider’s account of what it takes to win, featuring practical advice for overcoming obstacles and becoming a champion both on and off the racetrack. Formula One racing is a wildly popular global sport with millions of fans and billions more engineering dollars at stake. For...
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  • Courage to Soar
    In Courage to Soar, the official autobiography from four-time Olympic gold-winning and record-setting American gymnast Simone Biles, Simone shares how her faith, family, passion, and perseverance have made her one of the top athletes and gymnasts in the world—and how you too can overcome challenges in your life. Simone Biles’ entrance into the world of gymnastics may have started on...
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  • Gambler
    NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * “This book is going to become the sports gambling bible…The formula’s in the book.” —Pat McAfee “The greatest and most controversial sports gambler ever” (ESPN), Billy Walters, shares his “rollicking and edgy life story” (The Wall Street Journal)—revealing the secrets to his fiercely protected betting system and breaking his silence about Phil Mickelson. Nobody controls...
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  • The Tiger Slam
    The thrilling new narrative account of the greatest season in golf history. In 2000, Tiger Woods won the US Open, the Open Championship, and the PGA Championship, then won the 2001 Masters, making him the first and only person to ever hold all four professional major titles at the same time. Twenty-five years ago, Tiger Woods achieved the greatest feat...
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  • Surf For Your Life
    Surf For Your Life by Tim Baker and Mick Fanning offers a profound glimpse into the extraordinary life of Mick Fanning. At just 28, Mick has experienced profound highs and challenging lows that most of us will never encounter. How does it feel to lose a brother, win a world title, or suffer a severe injury like tearing your hamstring...
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  • Start Your Engines
    From firefighter to CrossFit superstar, Sam Briggs (aka The Engine) tells her inspirational story of battling her way to the top, facing injuries and setbacks head-on with the same unstoppable energy and grit that have made her an icon in the sport. Includes an updated chapter on the 2020 season. You don't get biceps like Briggs by giving up when...
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  • Undeniable
    Cameron Hanes is a master - JOE ROGAN Cameron Hanes, New York Times bestselling author of Endure and master of the mindset of relentless drive, shows us what it takes to become undeniable. You become the best you can be by learning from others. That is how bowhunter, ultramarathoner, and New York Times bestselling author Cameron Hanes approaches each day...
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  • Head On
    An All Black's memoir of rugby, dementia, and the hidden cost of success 'The best sports book I have read in decades' - Kevin Norquay, Stuff 'Startlingly honest' - Phil Gifford 'A brilliant read. Bold, brave and honest' - Mike Hosking, Newstalk ZB Carl Hayman, All Black #1000, once the most highly prized player in world rugby and a giant...
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  • Chasing Salah
    The definitive biography of Liverpool legend and most famous Egyptian footballer in the history of the sport, Mohamed Salah. Salah's achievements are, in many ways, unparalleled. A Champions League and Premier League winner, he is a two-time African Footballer of the Year who straddles two worlds. The first is the continent he comes from, as well as the Middle East....
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  • The Longest Race
    INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER In "one of the most important athlete memoirs of its generation" (Kate Fagan, #1 New York Times bestselling author), Olympian Kara Goucher reveals her experience of living through and speaking out about one of the biggest scandals in running. Kara Goucher grew up with Olympic dreams. She excelled at running from a young age and...
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  • Honey
    Honey, Hunz, Honey Bill, Arneta, Aunty, Whaea, Mum, Nan. From 'town bully' to multiple world champion, single mum, and pioneering TV commentator - Honey Hireme-Smiler's astounding life story is built on so many layers. With one of the most impressive resumes in New Zealand sport, Honey is a four-time World Cup winner who wore the silver fern in league, rugby,...
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  • The Race of Truth
    SHORTLISTED FOR THE SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2024 - CYCLING BOOK OF THE YEAR Being the fastest cyclist in the world at the start line means nothing if your mind isn't strong enough to get you to the finish line. In 2018, Leigh Timmis became the fastest person to cycle across Europe - in just 16 days, 10 hours and 45...
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  • Rafa: My Story
    Rafa: My Story is a compelling autobiography of Rafael Nadal, penned with the expertise of award-winning journalist John Carlin. This riveting account provides an in-depth and intimate look into the life of one of the greatest tennis players of all time. From his early beginnings on the sun-drenched courts of Mallorca to his rise to global stardom, Nadal's journey is...
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  • Lioness - My Journey to Glory
    The Sunday Times bestseller and winner of the Sunday Times Sports Book Awards Autobiography of the Year 2023 Fully updated paperback edition, with two new chapters Lioness - My Journey to Glory by Beth Mead chronicles the remarkable story of one of the world's most talented footballers. Beth has achieved immense success, including being the Golden Boot winner and Player...
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  • Cristiano Ronaldo
    The definitive award-winning biography of Cristiano Ronaldo - fully updated to include the 2022 World Cup, Ronaldo's explosive exit from Manchester United and his record-breaking transfer to Al-Nassr As the Qatar World Cup opened to worldwide jubilation, Cristiano Ronaldo's second spell at Manchester United reached an abrupt conclusion. It was not to be the fairy tale ending to a glittering...
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  • The Rise of the Ultra Runners
    The Rise of the Ultra Runners by Adharanand Finn delves into the enigmatic and exhilarating world of ultra running, a sport that goes beyond the traditional marathon distance, testing the utmost limits of human endurance and mental resilience. This captivating narrative begins with Finn's curiosity about what drives people to partake in such grueling races. Seeking to understand the allure...
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  • Coffee First, Then the World
    Spanning 16 countries, taking 124 days, and covering 18,000 miles, Coffee First, Then the World is the thrilling and unforgettable narrative of Jenny Graham’s solo, record-breaking bike journey around the globe. Teeming with resilience, tenacity, and adventure, this book immerses readers in a race against time and self-discovery. SELECTED FOR THE BBC AND READING AGENCY'S BIG SPORTING READ 2024 SHORTLISTED...
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Sports Biographies

Browse our Sports Biographies collection, featuring inspiring stories of top athletes and coaches from New Zealand and around the world. Perfect for Kiwi sports fans, these books dive into the lives and achievements of legends across rugby, cricket, and more.