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The End of the Perfect 10: The Making and Breaking of Gymnastics' Top Score from Nadia to Now,Used
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A delightful and insightful (The Wall Street Journal) account of the controversial world of gymnastics and its scoring system, which has propelled powerful and athletic American gymnasts to the top of the sport.It was the team finals of womens gymnastics in the 2012 London Olympics and McKayla Maroney was on top of her game. The sixteenyearold US gymnast was performing arguably the best vault of all time, launching herself unimaginably high into the air and sticking a flawless landing. But when her score came, many were baffled: 16.233. Three tenths of a point in deductions stood between her and a perfect score. But if that vault wasnt perfection, what was?For years, gymnastics was scored on a 10.0 scale. During this era, more than 100 perfect scores were awarded in major international competitions. But when the 10.0 scoring system caused major judging controversies at the 2004 Olympics, international elite gymnastics made the switch to the openended scoring system it uses today, which values both difficulty and technical execution, making perfect scores a thing of the pastand forever altering the sport in the process.With insight, flair, and boundless love for the sport, gymnastics insider Dvora Meyers answers questions that fans have been asking since the last perfect score was handed out over twenty years ago. She reveals why successful female gymnasts like 2016 Olympics All Around medalists Simone Biles and Aly Raisman are older and more athletic than they have ever been before, how the United States became the gymnastics powerhouse it is today, and what the future of gymnastics may hold.Bolstered by dozens of exclusive interviews with professionals representing every aspect of the sport, The End of the Perfect 10 is the Simone Biles of gymnastics books (Slate), a captivating look at elite gymnastics entry into the uncharted world of imperfectionand how it has created stronger athletes than ever before.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'The End of the Perfect 10'? A: 'The End of the Perfect 10' discusses the evolution of gymnastics scoring, focusing on the transition from the 10.0 scoring system to the open-ended system used today.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Dvora Meyers, who is known for her insight into the world of gymnastics.
- Q: When was 'The End of the Perfect 10' published? A: 'The End of the Perfect 10' was published on July 11, 2017.
- Q: What are some key themes explored in the book? A: Key themes include the history of gymnastics scoring, the impact of scoring changes on athletes, and the evolution of female gymnasts in the sport.
- Q: Is this book suitable for gymnastics fans? A: Yes, the book is highly suitable for gymnastics fans as it provides an insightful account of the sport and addresses long-standing questions about scoring and athlete performance.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: 'The End of the Perfect 10' contains 352 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The item condition is listed as 'Acceptable'.
- Q: What can readers expect from Dvora Meyers' writing style? A: Readers can expect a writing style that is informative, engaging, and filled with passion for gymnastics, enriched by exclusive interviews.
- Q: Does the book include interviews with gymnasts or coaches? A: Yes, the book includes exclusive interviews with professionals from various aspects of gymnastics, providing insider perspectives.