It must be difficult for those who hate running or who say they cannot run alone or without music (“too boring”) to understand the basic feeling of freedom that is invested in such a simple act. Of course, you often … Read more

There have been a lot of Olympic champions. Of those, there have been a few who have stood out from the crowd, either by their super-extraordinary feats, or by their strength of character. Alain Mimoun fits the bill on both … Read more

Talent is a limited commodity. Most athletes waste what little they have, while a few realise a great deal, if not all of their prodigious gift. One or two manage to challenge all of the preconceptions by transmuting minor talent … Read more