Jane McManus, a longtime sportswriter and columnist, has curated an essential anthology showcasing incredible feats and diverse perspectives across the world of sports. Selected from a wide range of newspapers, magazines, and digital publications during the previous year, these stories capture enduring moments while celebrating the craft of writing at its most sublime. From the surfers in Waimea Bay to the funeral of a global icon to the unbreakable bond between two tennis legends, this extraordinary collection reveals the fascinating stories behind the sports we love, the competitors who push their boundaries, and the cultures in which thev are embedded.