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The world according to sports movies

By Eric Immerman
Special to Page 2

Thursday, August 29, 2002

Can you imagine a world that was exactly like a sports movie? It's easy if you try. Here's how life would be different if Hollywood ruled the world of athletics: In preparation for all title fights, it's necessary to train at least one day on a secluded beach. Jogging is extremely infectious. Once exposed, everyone in your immediate surroundings will drop whatever it is they're doing and follow you for the duration of your run. The "pump fake" is the most unstoppable, indefensible move in ba ...

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