Field Athletics

Did you know that the biggest-ever triathlon event took place in 1987? That high jumpers use a technique called the Fosbury Flop? Or that Carl Lewis (USA) is one of the greatest athletes ever?

This book comprehensively explores all the jumping, throwing and other field athletic events in Olympic competition:

• Background history of the event.

• The rules of the event, and how the competitor wins.

• The skills and tactics.

• Clothing, equipment and the place where the event is held.

• The men and women who have made Olympic history.

• Great Olympic moments.

• Amazing statistics.

• “Did you know” facts – ranging from the heroic to the bizarre!