Archive for the ‘World's Greatest Athletes’ Category

posted by editor on May 12

14.jpgMuhammad Ali’s name has been synonymous with boxing. He had bring different accolades and glory in the field of boxing. In 1999, Ali was crowned “Sportsman of the Century” by Sports Illustrated and the BBC. He was known as “”Greatest of All Time”.

He became the first man to win the heavyweight title three times and revolutionized the sport by introducing a different boxing style. He was best known for his fighting style which he described as “Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee”. His movement is often described as a dance. His great hand speed, as well as fast feet and taunting tactics are still unsurpassable until this time.

Even up today, no other athlete has transcended the glory pinned to the collar of sports champions the way Muhammad Ali has. Imitated but never surpassed.

Visit his official website. (http://www.ali.com/).

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posted by Star on Apr 17

Today, the most talked about, famous torchbearer at this moment is a young, slender Chinese woman who used her own body to protect the sacred flame during its journey in Paris.Jin Jing, a 27-year-old Paralympic athlete, was hurled at while she carried the Olympic torch along its route in France. Without hesitation, she guarded the flame with great valor, making her a heroine in many people’s eyes. After her hectic journey, Jin faced a chaotic scene upon her arrival back in Shanghai on April 13. Reporters and fans alike who are all curious and wanted a look at and a word with the “smiling angel in a wheelchair.”

(Source:torchrelay.beijing2008)

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