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How to Take a Penalty: The Mathematical Curiosities of Sport Book

Why might it help a penalty taker to look at a clock before he kicks the ball? Does winning the toss actually matter? And why should some people consider playing darts blindfold? This book takes a novel and intriguing look at sport by exploring the mathematics behind the action.Read More

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    Why might it help a penalty taker to look at a clock before he kicks the ball? Does winning the toss actually matter? And why should some people consider playing darts blindfold? How to Take a Penalty takes a novel and intriguing look at sport, by exploring the mathematics behind the action. Discover, for instance, the surprising links between boxing and figure skating and between American football and cricket, the pros and cons of being a consistent golfer, and the formula for winning a game of tennis.

  • 1861058365
  • 9781861058362
  • Rob Eastaway, John Haigh
  • 17 June 2005
  • Robson Books Ltd
  • Hardcover (Book)
  • 179
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