Synopses & Reviews
A unique and insightful approach to sports, exploring the math behind the action, with a focus on the Olympics Readers can ready themselves for the beautiful mathematics of the greatest sporting event on the planet. They will discover the best tactics for taking a penalty, the pros and cons of being a consistent golfer, the surprising link between boxing and figure skating, and the formula for always winning a game of tennis. There is plenty to absorb and amuse readers, whatever their favorite sport, in this entertaining and unique book—as well as some new strategies for beating the odds.
About the Author
Rob Eastaway is a former puzzle writer for New Scientist magazine and the author of How Long Is a Piece of String?; Old Dogs, New Math; Out of the Box; and Why Do Buses Come in Threes? John Haigh is the author of Taking Chances: Winning with Probability.