Cycling Shooting and Show Jumping

Did you know that cycling champion Jens Felder (GER) achieved a record speed of over 70 km/h? That the oldest olympic medallist was 72 years old? Or that there is a weightlifting technique called the 'clean and jerk'?

This book comprehensively explores a wide range of Olympic events that require power and precision:

• 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!