- Hardcover: 320 pages
- Publisher: Aurum Press Ltd (8 Jun 2009)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1845134699
- ISBN-13: 978-1845134693
- Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 16 x 3.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 338,362 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"'Pete Sampras... one of my heroes growing up, was always able to rise to the occasion, winning so many big matches at the biggest events. This book provides... a glimpse into Pete's remarkable career and how he was able to attain his vision of being the best player in the world.' --Roger Federer
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Pete Sampras is arguably the greatest player tennis has ever seen. A man whose hard-nosed work ethic led to an unprecedented No. 1 world ranking for 286 consecutive weeks, and whose prodigious talent made possible an as yet unbroken 14 Grand Slam record. Yet while more vocal rivals often grabbed the headlines, Pete gave everything on the court, revealing little outside it. Now, in A Champion’s Mind, this very private champion, who so often recoiled from letting the world ‘inside his head’, finally opens up. Here, for the first time, Pete speaks candidly about the personal trials he faced; the single-minded determination crucial to survival in the topflight; and the pressure of competing under the unblinking gaze of a media machine hungry for more than mere athletic prowess. He describes the titanic matches fought, the personalities and the rivalries – a devastating early loss to Stefan Edberg, and his consequent monastic commitment to the game; Davis Cup doubles with a fiery John McEnroe; a gruelling, four-hour US Open quarterfinal against Alex Corretja, ending with a tie-break and Pete on a drip; and of course Andre Agassi, arch-rival and friend, the player Pete faced at his first Grand Slam final and his last, 12 years later. Frank, insightful and passionate A Champion’s Mind is a unique and intimate account of what it takes to win. Pete Sampras was the youngest male player to win the US Open and holds 64 top level singles titles and two doubles. In 2005 TENNIS magazine named him the greatest player of the open era. Peter Bodo is a senior editor and chief columnist at TENNIS magazine.
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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Arguably the World's greatest ever tennis player, much has been written about tennis legend Pete Sampras (especially among trip hop fans on the internet, to whom he is a cult hero) and now finally there is a 'proper' book out about the man, the legend, that was Pete Sampras.
This book contains everything you could wish to know about the man, the legend. From his early years playing swingball against his grandmother in the back garden, to smashing 120mph aces on the Centre Court at Wimbledon.
...And of course the macabre details of that fateful night when he wrapped his Porsche around a lamp post are revealed in the book, laying to rest many of the rumours and conspiracy theories that still abound to this day. Was Vanilla Ice really in the car with Pete? Was Pete listening to his iPod too loud to concentrate on the road? Read this fantastic book and find out!
This book contains everything you could wish to know about the man, the legend. From his early years playing swingball against his grandmother in the back garden, to smashing 120mph aces on the Centre Court at Wimbledon.
...And of course the macabre details of that fateful night when he wrapped his Porsche around a lamp post are revealed in the book, laying to rest many of the rumours and conspiracy theories that still abound to this day. Was Vanilla Ice really in the car with Pete? Was Pete listening to his iPod too loud to concentrate on the road? Read this fantastic book and find out!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book is GENIUS. My favourite bit is where he talks at length about his passion for quality pens. What would you expect from a former calligraphy student? A+
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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Being a tennis fan and haiving read Andre Agassi's AMAZING Auto B, I thought I would give Mr Sampras's book ago.
Not as intresting and attention capturing as Andre's, but niether was the man himslef.
Still taking everything into account if you are a tennis fan its a must, if your looking for a good Auto - B thier are better.
At the Aamozon price tag its worth adding to the collection.
Not as intresting and attention capturing as Andre's, but niether was the man himslef.
Still taking everything into account if you are a tennis fan its a must, if your looking for a good Auto - B thier are better.
At the Aamozon price tag its worth adding to the collection.
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Amazing Book by a True Champion
Pete Sampras is arguably one of the greatest tennis players of all time. In this book he reveals his highs and lows and the people behind the scenes, and also a few words on all... Read more
Published 5 months ago by a17shu
Oh for Pete's sake, what a champion's mind
Well, was Pete the greatest, was Rod Laver, or is it now Roger Federer? I think this is why the argument goes on, Bjorn Borg for goodness sake, what a legacy he left behind. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Mr. A. C. Cummins
A difficult, tedious read
As much as I love tennis, I hated this book.
There's something overly weighty about it, it simply doesn't have much human interest. Read more
There's something overly weighty about it, it simply doesn't have much human interest. Read more
Published 17 months ago by A. Stevenson
Sampras
Absolutely a "must" read for anyone in any form of competitive sport, more especially tennis. A real insight into the tennis mind, an excellent read and a "live through" of... Read more
Published on 16 Mar 2010 by M. Maeve
A really good read
Whether you are an avid fan of Sampras or just the sport of tennis more generally, you should love this book. Read more
Published on 4 Jan 2010 by ronaldobiscottini
CLASSIC!!
At last. An insight into the man, the myth and the man behind the myth. I believe it was Freiheit who wistfully sang:
"This game will never be over. Read more
"This game will never be over. Read more
Published on 24 Jun 2009 by Mr Beaker
What a guy!
As a long term fan of the mighty, yet elusive Pete, this fully comprehensive biography really had me in its grip, which is more than can be said for the tyres on Pete's car that... Read more
Published on 24 Jun 2009 by Ben Dyman
One of the all-time greats
Reading this book is like having him back with you, if only for a short time; i wished it would go on and on. Read more
Published on 23 Jun 2009 by Judith Prietht
Excellent portrayal of a star whose image will never die
Pete is indeed the most exceptional and prolific tennis player this world has ever seen. His love for tennis meant that he would never feel the need to consign himself to... Read more
Published on 23 Jun 2009 by Exquisite_Pen
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