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Zidane, Zinedine

Zidane, Zinedine (1972-...), is one of the world's greatest soccer stars. A midfielder, Zidane was named World Player of the Year in 1998, 2000, and 2003. (Soccer is called football in most countries, and soccer in others, including the United States.) Zidane scored two goals to help France defeat Brazil in the 1998 World Cup final match. His leadership and his brilliant passing and dribbling skills have dominated his opponents throughout his career. More »

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Ashes, The

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Atherton, Michael

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Badminton

Badminton is a game in which opposing players use rackets to hit a shuttle, also called a... More >>

Baker, Snowy

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Barassi, Ron

Barassi, Ron (1936-...), an Australian Rules football player, took part as a player, captain, or... More >>

Baton twirling

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Beach volleyball

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Beagling is a sport in which a pack of dogs hunt a hare with their powers of smell. The sport... More >>

Benaud, Richie

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