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Who Is The Greatest Athlete Of All Time?

202648 minGdocumentary

Clare Balding examines the legacies of Pele, Muhammad Ali, Billie Jean King, and Tanni Grey-Thompson, highlighting their impact on sports and society in the 20th century.

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Who Is The Greatest Athlete Of All Time?

2026• 48 minG

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Clare Balding examines the legacies of Pele, Muhammad Ali, Billie Jean King, and Tanni Grey-Thompson, highlighting their impact on sports and society in the 20th century.

Synopsis

Clare Balding evaluates the legacies of four influential sports figures from the 20th century: Pelé, Muhammad Ali, Billie Jean King, and Tanni Grey-Thompson. Each athlete transcended their sport, addressing significant social issues while achieving remarkable success. Pelé elevated football's global status, Ali challenged societal norms with his anti-war stance, King fought for gender equality in tennis, and Grey-Thompson became a leading advocate for disabled athletes, securing 16 Paralympic medals. Their contributions shaped the landscape of modern sports and society.

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