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Rob Eastaway & John Haigh.
viii, 199 pages
illustrations.
Originally published as How to take a penalty by Robson Books in 2005.
Summary: The Hidden Mathematics of Sport takes a unique and fascinating look at sport by exploring the mathematics behind the action. You'll discover the best tactics for taking a penalty, the pros and cons of being a consistent golfer, the surprising connection between American football and cricket, the quirky history of league tables, the unusual location of England's earliest 'football' matches and how to avoid marathon tennis matches.