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Babe Didrikson Zaharias not only broke records-she took athletics by storm, winning two Olympic gold medals for track and field before turning to professional golf. Witness more exciting moments from the life of this multi-talented athlete.

2) Babe Ruth: Super Slugger

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From the Boston Red Sox to the New York Yankees, Babe Ruth's epic rise to the Baseball Hall of Fame is one many people have heard about. Dive deeper into his career-defining moments in this epic biography!

3) Kobe Bryant: NBA champion

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"Kobe Bryant dominated the world of basketball as an 18-time NBA All-Star, a five-time NBA champion, and a two-time Olympic gold medalist. This biography details his life and his thrilling legacy"--

4) Michael Jordan: Flying High

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The Chicago Bulls drafted Michael Jordan without knowing he would raise the standard for how basketball is played forever. Learn all about Jordan's life and explore what makes him a living legend.

5) MUHAMMAD ALI: I AM THE GREATEST

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Cassius Clay began boxing at age twelve to protect himself from bullies. He spent endless hours training and dreaming of becoming the heavyweight champion of the world. In 1964, his dream came true when he beat Sonny Liston. Soon after this victory, Clay changed his name to Muhammad Ali. When Ali refused to fight in the Vietnam War (1957—1975), he was banned from boxing-but a few years later, he made an incredible comeback. Find out how Ali became...

6) Sandy Koufax: Lefty Legend

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Sandy Koufax went from dreaming of playing in the NBA to pitching perfect games for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Learn how the left-handed Koufax honed his throwing arm, brought the Dodgers a World Series, and more.

7) Tiger Woods: major winner

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"Tiger Woods became a famous golfer when he was two. As an adult, he's won 81 PGA Tour events and 15 major tournaments (and counting). Read about one of the world's most recognizable athletes"--

8) Wilma Rudolph: running for Gold

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"As a child, Wilma Rudolph suffered from polio and wore a leg brace. In 1960, she became the first US woman to win three gold medals in track and field at an Olympics"--

9) Babe Didrikson Zaharias: multisport superstar

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Levit, Joseph

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"Active and tough, Babe Didrikson Zaharias not only broke records, she took athletics by a storm, winning two Olympic gold medals for track and field before turning to professional golf. Learn more in this epic biography"--

10) DAVID BECKHAM: MIDFIELD MEGASTAR

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David Beckham starred for great soccer teams in England, Spain, and the United States. Off the field, he's one of the biggest superstars in sports. Read about the life of a soccer celebrity.

11) Hank Aaron: home run hammer

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"Hank Aaron hit the ball like few other baseball players could. His 755 career home runs rank second on MLB's all-time list. Learn about his journey from the Negro Leagues to the MLB record books"--

12) Mia Hamm: Striking Gold

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Soccer superstar Mia Hamm was a goal-scoring machine. At 15, she joined the US Women's National Team. In college, Hamm led her team to four straight national championships. And, in 1999, she made history, breaking the all-time record for goals scored in international matches. Learn more about Hamm's life and the moments that made her a soccer legend.

13) Michael Jordan: flying high

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Levit, Joseph

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"The Chicago Bulls drafted Michael Jordan without knowing he would raise the standard for how basketball is played forever. In this epic biography, learn what makes him a living legend." --

14) Pelé: soccer hero

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"During his soccer career, superstar forward Pelé won three FIFA World Cup titles and became the all-time leading scorer for Brazil. Find out more about his record-breaking achievements and lasting legacy in this biography"--

15) Peyton Manning: most valuable quarterback

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"Five-time MVP, two-time Super Bowl champion, and superstar quarterback Peyton Manning led the Indianapolis Colts and the Denver Broncos before retiring in 2016. Learn more about one of the NFL's most legendary players"--

16) Tim Duncan: Power Forward

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Tim Duncan trained to be an Olympic swimmer before beginning to play basketball at 14. Follow the star forward from his home in the Virgin Islands to the top of the NBA and beyond.

17) Abby Wambach: Super Striker

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"In her career with the US Women's National Team, Abby Wambach scored 184 goals, the most in international soccer. She also helped the US win the 2015 Women's World Cup. Explore her life and career"--

18) Annika Sörenstam

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Starr, Abbe L

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From making the Swedish national golf team as a teenager to winning her first US Women's Open in 1995, Annika Sörenstam stormed through the golfing ranks to become a LPGA Tour superstar. Catch an inside look at Sörenstam's life and success, including her record-breaking play, the creation of the ANNIKA Foundation, and more.

19) Dale Earnhardt Jr: Racing Royalty

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Walker, Tracy Sue

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. is one of the greatest drivers in racing. He won 26 NASCAR races and two Daytona 500s before retiring in 2017. Explore the life and career of one of NASCAR's biggest stars.

20) Derek Jeter: baseball's captain

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Starr, Abbe L

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