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Gold

My Autobiography

by Nick Skelton ...

Narrated by John Banks ...

Unabridged

7 hours 25 min

With a show-jumping career spanning over forty years, Nick Skelton is a legend in the equestrian world. No other rider has won so many major competitions on so many different horses and he is as popular at Olympia and Hickstead as he is at Aachen, Geneva, Paris and Spruce Meadows. Skelton has competed in eight Olympic Games. He was part of the gold medal-winning Great Britain team at London 2012 ... Read more

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With a show-jumping career spanning over forty years, Nick Skelton is a legend in the equestrian world. No other rider has won so many major competitions on so many different horses and he is as popular at Olympia and Hickstead as he is at Aachen, Geneva, Paris and Spruce Meadows. Skelton has competed in eight Olympic Games. He was part of the gold medal-winning Great Britain team at London 2012
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Over It

How to Face Life’s Hurdles with Grit, Hustle, and Grace

by Lolo Jones ...

Narrated by Lolo Jones ...

Unabridged

5 hours 58 min

Read by the author.Get a high-octane dose of encouragement from Lolo Jones, three-time Olympian and world champion hurdler and bobsledder.Growing up in a broken home, Lolo learned to shoplift at a young age just to eat at night and sometimes slept on the basement floor of the Salvation Army. While her father was in prison, her mother worked multiple jobs, and Lolo realized she needed to be self ... Read more

£14.39

Read by the author.Get a high-octane dose of encouragement from Lolo Jones, three-time Olympian and world champion hurdler and bobsledder.Growing up in a broken home, Lolo learned to shoplift at a young age just to eat at night and sometimes slept on the basement floor of the Salvation Army. While her father was in prison, her mother worked multiple jobs, and Lolo realized she needed to be self
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Dansk OL-guld

by Andreas Munk Staugaard ...

Narrated by Thomas Jacob Clausen ...

Unabridged

10 min

For mange sportsfolk er det den største drøm at deltage og måske endda vinde guld ved OL. I "Dansk OL-guld" kan du høre om nogle af de danskere, der har ofret mange timer på hård træning for at gå hele vejen – blandt andet sejlere, håndboldspillere og roere. Andreas Munk Staugaard er forfatter til bogen "Dansk OL-guld" om de største danske OL-præstationer gennem tiden. ... Read more

£3.14

For mange sportsfolk er det den største drøm at deltage og måske endda vinde guld ved OL. I "Dansk OL-guld" kan du høre om nogle af de danskere, der har ofret mange timer på hård træning for at gå hele vejen – blandt andet sejlere, håndboldspillere og roere. Andreas Munk Staugaard er forfatter til bogen "Dansk OL-guld" om de største danske OL-præstationer gennem tiden.
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Игры 1980. Изменившие мир

by Анастасия Климова ...

Narrated by Сергей Соколов ...

Series series Открывая СССР
Unabridged

7 hours 5 min

XXII летние Олимпийские игры 1980 года — знаковое событие как для нашей страны, так и для мирового сообщества. Две недели внимание людей из разных уголков планеты было приковано к борьбе за золотые медали. Игры запомнились завораживающими церемониями открытия и закрытия, яркими достижениями спортсменов. Несмотря на «железный занавес», Игры в Москве считаются эталоном их организации и создания ... Read more

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XXII летние Олимпийские игры 1980 года — знаковое событие как для нашей страны, так и для мирового сообщества. Две недели внимание людей из разных уголков планеты было приковано к борьбе за золотые медали. Игры запомнились завораживающими церемониями открытия и закрытия, яркими достижениями спортсменов. Несмотря на «железный занавес», Игры в Москве считаются эталоном их организации и создания
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Dive In: The Art of Swimming Life

Dive into The Art of Swimming Life with powerful audio lessons for mastering the aquatic journey!

by Gareth Thorne ...

Narrated by Nick Porter ...

Unabridged

2 hours 19 min

Dive In: The Art of Swimming LifeAre you eager to advance in life and enhance your intuition by mastering the art of swimming wisdom?Looking for an all-encompassing guide that includes everything you need to unlock life's potential through mastering swimming wisdom?Your search ends here!This guide is your ultimate companion for deepening your understanding, honing your skills, and engaging i... ... Read more

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Dive In: The Art of Swimming LifeAre you eager to advance in life and enhance your intuition by mastering the art of swimming wisdom?Looking for an all-encompassing guide that includes everything you need to unlock life's potential through mastering swimming wisdom?Your search ends here!This guide is your ultimate companion for deepening your understanding, honing your skills, and engaging i...
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Beyond the Surface

A Gold Medalist’s Guide to Finding and Loving Yourself

by Jessica Long ...

Narrated by Hannah Long ...

Unabridged

5 hours 41 min

Inspirational speaker and Paralympic champion Jessica Long shares her story—and powerful principles to help you find your own path to unconditional self-acceptance.Jessica Long is one of the most compelling figures of our time. From having her lower legs amputated as a toddler, she has gone on to become one of history’s most decorated athletes. Yet her true successes—and struggles—are not about ... Read more

£13.99

Inspirational speaker and Paralympic champion Jessica Long shares her story—and powerful principles to help you find your own path to unconditional self-acceptance.Jessica Long is one of the most compelling figures of our time. From having her lower legs amputated as a toddler, she has gone on to become one of history’s most decorated athletes. Yet her true successes—and struggles—are not about
... Read more
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Beter

by Maarten van der Weijden ...

Narrated by Maarten van der Weijden ...

Unabridged

7 hours 12 min

Op 21 augustus 2008 won Maarten van der Weijden olympisch goud op de tien kilometer openwaterzwemmen in Beijing. Dat markeerde het einde van een lange weg naar de top. In 2001 werd bij hem acute lymfatische leukemie geconstateerd. Zijn overlevingskansen werden geschat tussen de dertig en vijftig procent. Na een serie zware chemokuren, waaronder een stamceltransplantatie, genas hij van zijn ziekte ... Read more

£9.89

Op 21 augustus 2008 won Maarten van der Weijden olympisch goud op de tien kilometer openwaterzwemmen in Beijing. Dat markeerde het einde van een lange weg naar de top. In 2001 werd bij hem acute lymfatische leukemie geconstateerd. Zijn overlevingskansen werden geschat tussen de dertig en vijftig procent. Na een serie zware chemokuren, waaronder een stamceltransplantatie, genas hij van zijn ziekte
... Read more
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Speed Kings

by Andy Bull ...

Narrated by Eric Meyers ...

Unabridged

13 hours 13 min

In the 1930s, as the world hurtled towards terrible global conflict, speed was all the rage. It was described by Aldous Huxley as 'the one genuinely modern pleasure', and one of the fastest and most thrilling ways to attain it was through the new sport of bobsledding. Exotic, exciting and above all dangerous, it was by far the most popular event at the Lake Placid Winter Olympics. It required an ... Read more

£10.80

In the 1930s, as the world hurtled towards terrible global conflict, speed was all the rage. It was described by Aldous Huxley as 'the one genuinely modern pleasure', and one of the fastest and most thrilling ways to attain it was through the new sport of bobsledding. Exotic, exciting and above all dangerous, it was by far the most popular event at the Lake Placid Winter Olympics. It required an
... Read more
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Brief History of the Olympics, A: The Games That United the World

by Jonathan Cartwright ...

Narrated by Jonathan Cartwright ...

Unabridged

1 hour 55 min

Trace an epic sports history where the pursuit of global peace collides with the fierce reality of political power. Perfect for an educational commute or an inspiring workout, this tense, reflective journey explores how a sacred ancient Greek ritual evolved into earth's most-watched spectacle. Watch athletes and nations battle for supremacy on and off the track.Feel the electrifying tension of ... Read more

£6.66 or Free with Kobo Plus

Trace an epic sports history where the pursuit of global peace collides with the fierce reality of political power. Perfect for an educational commute or an inspiring workout, this tense, reflective journey explores how a sacred ancient Greek ritual evolved into earth's most-watched spectacle. Watch athletes and nations battle for supremacy on and off the track.Feel the electrifying tension of
... Read more
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Fencing: How a Deadly Duel Became an Elegant Olympic Sport

by Edward Langford ...

Narrated by Edward Langford ...

Unabridged

1 hour 49 min

Watch brutal dueling transform into an elegant Olympic sport in this thrilling history. Journey from muddy killing fields to brightly lit modern pistes, turning your daily commute into an immersive exploration of armed combat. Hear how early societies trained with blades, fearing and admiring the warriors who wielded them to survive.Perfect for focused listening during a workout, this narrative ... Read more

£6.66 or Free with Kobo Plus

Watch brutal dueling transform into an elegant Olympic sport in this thrilling history. Journey from muddy killing fields to brightly lit modern pistes, turning your daily commute into an immersive exploration of armed combat. Hear how early societies trained with blades, fearing and admiring the warriors who wielded them to survive.Perfect for focused listening during a workout, this narrative
... Read more
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Triumphs and Turbulence

My Autobiography

by Chris Boardman ...

Narrated by Joe McGann ...

Unabridged

8 hours 44 min

‘The true inspiration was that Olympic gold won by Chris Boardman in Barcelona… I was so in awe of Chris Boardman’ Sir Bradley WigginsYou may know him as the much-loved co-presenter of ITV’s Tour de France coverage or enjoyed his BBC Olympic coverage, but beyond the easy charm Chris Boardman is one of our greatest, most inspiring cyclists.Boardman’s lone achievements in the 80s and 90s – Olympic ... Read more

£9.00

‘The true inspiration was that Olympic gold won by Chris Boardman in Barcelona… I was so in awe of Chris Boardman’ Sir Bradley WigginsYou may know him as the much-loved co-presenter of ITV’s Tour de France coverage or enjoyed his BBC Olympic coverage, but beyond the easy charm Chris Boardman is one of our greatest, most inspiring cyclists.Boardman’s lone achievements in the 80s and 90s – Olympic
... Read more
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Journey to the Podium: One Athlete's Quest for Olympic Skeleton Gold

by Stevie Decker ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Madison G ...

Unabridged

1 hour 34 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Join elite athlete Mia as she battles the elements, pushes herself past physical limits, and faces intense competition on her journey to the prestigious Winter Olympics skeleton event. Through heartwrenching setbacks and triumphant victories, Mia’s unyielding dedication to her sport shines through. From grueling training sessions on icy tracks to ... Read more

£3.25 or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Join elite athlete Mia as she battles the elements, pushes herself past physical limits, and faces intense competition on her journey to the prestigious Winter Olympics skeleton event. Through heartwrenching setbacks and triumphant victories, Mia’s unyielding dedication to her sport shines through. From grueling training sessions on icy tracks to
... Read more
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Oars of Glory: A Deep Dive into the Evolution of Rowing as an Olympic Sport

by Rich Montes ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Marcus G ...

Unabridged

1 hour 6 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Delve into the rich history of rowing as an Olympic sport in "Oars of Glory," exploring its evolution from ancient times to the modern era. Readers will be taken on a journey through key moments, significant achievements, and legendary athletes who have left a lasting impact on the sport. From the first appearance of rowing at the Olympics to the ... Read more

£3.65 or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Delve into the rich history of rowing as an Olympic sport in "Oars of Glory," exploring its evolution from ancient times to the modern era. Readers will be taken on a journey through key moments, significant achievements, and legendary athletes who have left a lasting impact on the sport. From the first appearance of rowing at the Olympics to the
... Read more
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Spinning Gold: A Deep Dive Into the Evolution of BMX Freestyle in the Olympic Games

by Nanette Dougherty ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Marcus G ...

Unabridged

1 hour 44 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Embark on a journey through time as we delve into the rich history of BMX Freestyle in the Olympics, from its humble beginnings to its current status as a high-flying spectacle. Trace the roots of this adrenaline-pumping sport back to its inception and follow its rise in popularity among athletes and fans alike. Explore the evolution of trick styles, ... Read more

£2.76 or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Embark on a journey through time as we delve into the rich history of BMX Freestyle in the Olympics, from its humble beginnings to its current status as a high-flying spectacle. Trace the roots of this adrenaline-pumping sport back to its inception and follow its rise in popularity among athletes and fans alike. Explore the evolution of trick styles,
... Read more
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Unbroken

The inspirational memoir from the double-world champion and Olympic silver medallist

by Katarina Johnson-Thompson ...

Narrated by Katarina Johnson-Thompson, Melissa Vaughan ...

Unabridged

13 hours 29 min

**"Kat is a warrior, both on the track and off it. This book is a stunning testimony to the power of believing in yourself" - SIR CHRIS HOY"An extraordinary story of resilience and determination, from an incredible athlete" - DAME JESSICA ENNIS-HILLThe inspirational and powerful memoir from double world heptathlon champion and Team GB Olympian Katarina Johnson-Thompson.The audiobook is read by ... Read more

£13.49

**"Kat is a warrior, both on the track and off it. This book is a stunning testimony to the power of believing in yourself" - SIR CHRIS HOY"An extraordinary story of resilience and determination, from an incredible athlete" - DAME JESSICA ENNIS-HILLThe inspirational and powerful memoir from double world heptathlon champion and Team GB Olympian Katarina Johnson-Thompson.The audiobook is read by
... Read more
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Unforgiving

Lessons from the Fall

by Lindsey Jacobellis ...

Narrated by Abby Craden ...

Unabridged

8 hours 1 min

In this deeply personal memoir in the vein of Andre Agassi's Open and Megan Rapinoe’s One Life, the winningest snowboardcross rider of all time chronicles her career, a story of self-growth that reveals the secret of her resilience and how she overcame crushing early failure to win Olympic gold.On February 16, 2006, twenty-year old American snowboarder Lindsey Jacobellis was poised to win the ... Read more

£15.29

In this deeply personal memoir in the vein of Andre Agassi's Open and Megan Rapinoe’s One Life, the winningest snowboardcross rider of all time chronicles her career, a story of self-growth that reveals the secret of her resilience and how she overcame crushing early failure to win Olympic gold.On February 16, 2006, twenty-year old American snowboarder Lindsey Jacobellis was poised to win the
... Read more
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When We Were Young and Fearless

Kevin, Russell, James, and the Making of the Modern NBA

by Jonathan Abrams ...

Narrated by Shamaan Casey ...

Unabridged

9 hours 30 min

New York Times bestselling author Jonathan Abrams takes a deep dive into the lives and careers of Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, and James Harden, using their entangled paths as a lens to view the myriad facets of the player empowerment era.It's one of the greatest “what ifs” in sports – what if the Thunder had kept Durant, Westbrook, and Harden, three of the league’s young, exciting stars and ... Read more

£17.99

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New York Times bestselling author Jonathan Abrams takes a deep dive into the lives and careers of Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, and James Harden, using their entangled paths as a lens to view the myriad facets of the player empowerment era.It's one of the greatest “what ifs” in sports – what if the Thunder had kept Durant, Westbrook, and Harden, three of the league’s young, exciting stars and
... Read more
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One Jump at a Time

My Story

by Nathan Chen ...

Narrated by Nathan Chen, Eunice Wong ...

Unabridged

5 hours 29 min

In this exhilarating memoir, three-time World Champion and Olympic gold-medalist Nathan Chen tells the story of his remarkable journey to success, reflecting on his life as a Chinese American figure skater and the joys and challenges he has experienced—including the tremendous sacrifices he and his family made, and the physical and emotional pain he endured.When three-year-old Nathan Chen tried on ... Read more

£14.39

In this exhilarating memoir, three-time World Champion and Olympic gold-medalist Nathan Chen tells the story of his remarkable journey to success, reflecting on his life as a Chinese American figure skater and the joys and challenges he has experienced—including the tremendous sacrifices he and his family made, and the physical and emotional pain he endured.When three-year-old Nathan Chen tried on
... Read more
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Logan Martin

Journey to Gold

by Logan Martin ...

Narrated by Kurt Ramjan ...

Unabridged

4 hours 12 min

One of the top storylines from the 2021 Tokyo Olympics was the brigade of bandits from Australia throwing down at the freestyle park for the inaugural action-sports events - in particular the young gun from Logan City, Queensland, who took the gold medal off the table before his competitors knew what had happened.But there's been nothing easy about Logan's ascent to the top. His journey began at ... Read more

£17.99

One of the top storylines from the 2021 Tokyo Olympics was the brigade of bandits from Australia throwing down at the freestyle park for the inaugural action-sports events - in particular the young gun from Logan City, Queensland, who took the gold medal off the table before his competitors knew what had happened.But there's been nothing easy about Logan's ascent to the top. His journey began at
... Read more
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Olympic Pride, American Prejudice

The Untold Story of 18 African Americans Who Defied Jim Crow and Adolf Hitler to Compete in the 1936 Berlin Olympics

by Deborah Riley Draper, Blair Underwood, Travis Thrasher ...

Narrated by Leon Nixon ...

Unabridged

9 hours 8 min

**In this “**must-read for anyone concerned with race, sports, and politics in America” (William C. Rhoden, New York Times bestselling author), the inspirational and largely unknown true story of the eighteen African American athletes who competed in the 1936 Berlin Olympic Games, defying the racism of both Nazi Germany and the Jim Crow South.Set against the turbulent backdrop of a segregated ... Read more

£17.33

**In this “**must-read for anyone concerned with race, sports, and politics in America” (William C. Rhoden, New York Times bestselling author), the inspirational and largely unknown true story of the eighteen African American athletes who competed in the 1936 Berlin Olympic Games, defying the racism of both Nazi Germany and the Jim Crow South.Set against the turbulent backdrop of a segregated
... Read more
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As Fast As Her

Dream Big, Break Barriers, Achieve Success

by Kendall Coyne ...

Narrated by Kendall Coyne ...

Unabridged

5 hours 28 min

Dream big, follow your passion and never give up. Decorated US Olympian and accomplished hockey star Kendall Coyne shares the grit and determination it took to break down barriers and achieve her dreams against tremendous odds, encouraging you to follow your passions and never give up.The world told Kendall Coyne to slow down. They said “not so fast” when she picked up hockey skates instead of ... Read more

£14.39

Dream big, follow your passion and never give up. Decorated US Olympian and accomplished hockey star Kendall Coyne shares the grit and determination it took to break down barriers and achieve her dreams against tremendous odds, encouraging you to follow your passions and never give up.The world told Kendall Coyne to slow down. They said “not so fast” when she picked up hockey skates instead of
... Read more
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Run the Mile You're In

Finding God in Every Step

by Ryan Hall ...

Narrated by Ryan Hall, Brandon Barnes ...

Unabridged

4 hours 58 min

Journey with Olympian and American half marathon record holder Ryan Hall as he reflects on the joys and trials of running and, along the way, shows you how he found God in every step.Ryan Hall is an Olympic athlete and American record holder in the half marathon, but as a kid, Ryan hated running. He wanted nothing to do with the sport until one day, he felt compelled to run the fifteen miles ... Read more

£11.69

Journey with Olympian and American half marathon record holder Ryan Hall as he reflects on the joys and trials of running and, along the way, shows you how he found God in every step.Ryan Hall is an Olympic athlete and American record holder in the half marathon, but as a kid, Ryan hated running. He wanted nothing to do with the sport until one day, he felt compelled to run the fifteen miles
... Read more
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PUSH

Breaking through the Barriers

by Johnny Quinn ...

Narrated by Bill Foote ...

Unabridged

7 hours 4 min

Johnny Quinn shares his “wild dream” of playing in the NFL, being crushed after getting cut three times, losing $2.6 million in contracts, and blowing out his knee. At age thirty, when most professional athletes are considered “over the hill,” Johnny was competing for Team USA in the sport of bobsled at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia.This book ushers readers through the valleys of life ... Read more

£15.30 or Free with Kobo Plus

Johnny Quinn shares his “wild dream” of playing in the NFL, being crushed after getting cut three times, losing $2.6 million in contracts, and blowing out his knee. At age thirty, when most professional athletes are considered “over the hill,” Johnny was competing for Team USA in the sport of bobsled at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia.This book ushers readers through the valleys of life
... Read more
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Spiking the Status Quo: The Global Impact of Olympic Volleyball

by Del Ferrell ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Marcus G ...

Unabridged

2 hours 48 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Dive into the complex world of Olympic volleyball with this thought-provoking exploration of its social and cultural implications. From issues of gender equality on and off the court to the sport's role in the increasingly interconnected global landscape, this book delves deep into the multifaceted nature of volleyball in the Olympics. Discover the ... Read more

£3.16 or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Dive into the complex world of Olympic volleyball with this thought-provoking exploration of its social and cultural implications. From issues of gender equality on and off the court to the sport's role in the increasingly interconnected global landscape, this book delves deep into the multifaceted nature of volleyball in the Olympics. Discover the
... Read more

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