It takes blood, sweat and tears to get to the top of any sport, and these short,

inspirational biographies show just how tough it can be. Focusing on top athletes

and sport personalities, each dramatic story brings to life the skill, determination and

luck needed to break through into top level competition.

This title is published by Franklin Watts EDGE, which produces a range of books

to get children reading with confidence. EDGE - for books children can't put down.