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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"'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 was the youngest male player to win the US Open and holds sixty-four top-level singles titles and two doubles. In 2005 TENNIS magazine named him the greatest player of the open era.
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Pistol Pete, The King of Swing, the greatest tennis player the world has ever seen!
23 Jun 2009
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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!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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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+
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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 half-baked adverts for half-strength drinks, unlike some of the rivals of his time.
It's a testament to his skill and timelessness that modern day greats such as Andy Murray are constantly compared to him in the press and media.
A winner, whose image as an unrivalled and dedicated sportsman will never die.
RIP Pete.
It's a testament to his skill and timelessness that modern day greats such as Andy Murray are constantly compared to him in the press and media.
A winner, whose image as an unrivalled and dedicated sportsman will never die.
RIP Pete.
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Pete Sampras A Champions Mind
Ok book if you just want to know about every tennis match this man has ever played, other than that Mr Sampras has not given us anything to read about, Mr Aggasi and McEnroe... Read more
Published 1 hour ago by Suzydoll
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Good read
Very good product, very prompt dispatch and delivery and all in all a very satisfied customer as a result. Thanks
Published 1 month ago by Ashton
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Good Insight
Being a tennis fan I was looking forward to reading this book. A good insight into the world of Pete Sampras. Would recommend it.
Published 3 months ago by Non tech bird
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Pistol Pete. A top tennis player.
This is an excellent autobiography by one of the best tennis player's that has ever lived. He covers all of his tennis career right up to the R word of retirement. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Mikey
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is good but sad
i remember when i was small boy and berlin wall just has fall, i see famosz young pete sampras win andré agasi in u.s. open finuł. Read more
Published 6 months ago by karol kraschicz
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A must read..........
This is my first review and I am a great reader. For me books take you away and indulge you in, sometimes fantasy and very often in facts. Read more
Published 7 months ago by patc118
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A champion's Mind by Pete Sampras
A Champion's mind is a really well written autobiography. It out lines Pete's life from quite humble beginnings, to becoming a multi-millionaire and World ranked number one tennis... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Teddie-tennis
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Target on the back
I think this is one of the best tennis players we have ever seen and to read about it and recall all moments but narrated from the man himself was a treat, I did not put this down... Read more
Published 7 months ago by indy's Lib
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Extremely disappointing
Did not enjoy this book at all. He was my hero during his time at the top but a very private person - this book does not give me any insight whatsoever to the man he was, only the... Read more
Published 7 months ago by I Love New York
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Great book. A must have.
This book is a must read for anyone interested in tennis. Sampras was one of the best players in history and without doubt possessed the finest serve ever seen. Read this now.
Published 9 months ago by Nicholas Winstanley
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