Great Moments in Sports
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Presents highlights in the history of the Boston Marathon, an event that has been held annually since 1897.
Describes the history, route, and well-known riders of the "world's toughest bicycle race."
A history of baseball's World Series, begun in 1903, which reminisces about players and game highlights.
Describes memorable moments in the All-Star Baseball Game, the midsummer matchup between the best players in the American and National Leagues that began in 1933.
Presents "great" moments from college football games played at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena every January 1 since 1902.
Surveys the history of soccer and its prestigious World Cup competition.
Recounts some of the highlights in the history of the America's Cup yachting competition, from its beginning in 1851 through the 1987 victory of Dennis Conner.
A history of the Special Olympics from its founding by Eunice Kennedy Shriver to the present, with profiles of Special Olympians.
Describes significant moments in the history of the heavyweight boxing championship.
Discusses the history, the cars, and the drivers of America's biggest racing event.
Presents highlights from the Little League World Series, an event held annually since 1947 in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, which features young people's baseball teams from around the globe.
Explores the Wimbledon tennis competition from its beginnings to the present, discussing changes in rules and playing style and great players from Spencer Gore to Boris Becker.
Discusses the history of the Winter Olympics, the events, and outstanding athletes over the years.
Presents highlights from the professional golf tournament held each April in Augusta, Georgia.
Discusses the championship round of the NCAA basketball championships, including powerhouse teams, exciting games, and outstanding players from past years.
A history of Kentucky's famous horse race, which has run continuously since 1875. Includes stories about some of its most famous horses and jockeys.