Bradley Wiggins is a national hero, the first British person to win the Tour de France. Read his story from his childhood years right up to when he crossed the finish line at the London 2012 Olympics.

It takes blood, sweat and tears to get to the top of any sport, and these short, inspirational biographies show just how tough it can be. Focusing on top athletes and sport personalities, each dramatic story brings to life the skill, determination and luck needed to break through into top level competition.

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