100 GREATEST SPORTSPERSONS

‘Faster, higher, stronger’ is
the Olympic motto. But very often the real achievement of a sportsperson is
more than breaking and setting records; it is as often about overcoming
personal setbacks, changing cultural mind-sets and fighting gender stereotypes.
This book brings together 100 such personalities from mid-twentieth century
onwards who have not only excelled in their individual fields but more
importantly, chartered a new course for others to follow. Through their
lives, these men and women have given us a message of inspiration and
hope—inspiration to remain committed to our passion and hope that anything is
possible if we work hard enough and persevere.