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“Physically, rowing was remarkable resistant to the camera... the camera liked power exhibited more openly, and the power of the oarsmen [is] exhibited in far too controlled a setting. Besides, the camera liked to focus on individuals, and except for the single scull, crew was sport without faces.”

Book:The Amateurs: The Story of Four Young Men and Their Quest for an Olympic Gold Medal

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The Amateurs: The Story of Four Young Men and Their Quest for an Olympic Gold Medal

The Amateurs delves into the lives of four young athletes as they train and compete for a chance to represent their country on the world stage. The narrative follows their personal growth, the sacrifices they make, and the triumphs they achieve in their quest for Olympic glory. more

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David Halberstam

David Halberstam was an American journalist and author renowned for his comprehensive reporting and insightful analysis of American society and politics. Born on April 10, 1934, in New York City, he passed away on April 23, 2007. more

“I slapped my face two or three times with both hands, as hard as possible. The slapping hurt. It snapped me to attention. My adrenaline started flowing... the Yugoslavs, sitting in the next lane stared at me in disbelief. The harsh slapping made me angry-exactly what I wanted. I did my best work when I was angry.”

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Author:Brad Alan Lewis

“I led by three or four feet, with Biggy (John Biglow) surging closer on each stroke. I hated him in those last few seconds; he was the only reason my guts were being strewn over the water like an oil slick ... I pressed one last time, and looked at the finish-line flagman. In that instant the flag jumped down and then up. The up stroke, identifying the second place finisher, was for me. John Biglow was the victor. I stared into the green-brown water watching my bloody soul drop through the depths, slowly rocking back and forth, occasionally glinting in the light, and then finally disappearing.”

“In terms of pure physical effort, today was probably as hard as I've worked in any part. I spent the morning rowing, including the change of speeds Arrius [the Roman commander] test Judah with. A real bone-breaker.”

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Author:Charlton Heston

“Being in shape was not my goal. My body was a tool to test the capabilities of my will.”

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Author:Stefan Kieszling

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