Eighty at Eighty: An A to Z of Masters from Ali to Zidane

Sir Geoff Hurst has released a book named "My 80 Sporting Heroes" to celebrate his 80th birthday. The book includes 80 sportsmen who have inspired and motivated him throughout his life, covering multiple sports and decades. Hurst also has a talent for cricket and has an in-depth knowledge of all the major sports. The book is filled with surprising facts and anecdotes, and Hurst challenges readers to count how many times they exclaim, "I didn't know that!"

Format: Hardback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 04 October 2021
Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd

Sir Geoff Hurst, a legendary figure in football history, holds a remarkable distinction as the sole footballer to achieve a hat-trick in a World Cup final. In celebration of his 80th birthday, he has compiled a list of 80 sportsmen who have profoundly inspired and motivated him throughout his life. Sir Geoff, known for his impressive goal-scoring record in 49 England games, possessed a talent for cricket as well, demonstrating a deep understanding of various major sports. His captivating book, titled "A to Z of Sporting Heroes," spans multiple sports and decades, featuring iconic figures such as Muhammad Ali and Zinedine Zidane. Within its pages, readers will discover a wealth of surprising facts and be challenged to count the number of times they exclaim, "I didn't know that!" as Sir Geoff provides an entertaining and enlightening breakdown of his sporting idols. This captivating collaboration between Sir Geoff and renowned sports historian Norman Giller brings each profile to life with personal anecdotes that offer a unique insight into the individual. While Pitch Publishing is currently working on a similar book dedicated to the greatest post-war sportswomen, for now, fans can relish in Sir Geoff Hurst's discussions on his 80 greatest sportsmen.

Weight: 648g
Dimension: 163 x 242 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781801501286