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Your Stories, Illustrated • Last issue we asked you to submit your own tales of sporting fiction so that we could hire a few pro artists to illustrate them.
What If… • …Tom Brady had been a catcher for the Montreal Expos?
IN PLAIN SIGHT • Many popular team logos contain hidden meanings in their designs—if you know where to look ….
FOUNDING FATHER • HE HAD A BIG BUTT AND HE COULD NOT LIE: In 1776, George Washington was not only the top general in the American Revolution but his ample backside helped make him an elite athlete. Now, as the U.S. celebrates the 250th anniversary of its independence, his influence is still visible in the games—and names—we see in the modern sports world.
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17 WAYS TO HAVE AN ENDLESS SUMMER • Catch the ultimate wave with Olympic gold medalist Caroline Marks. She joins a crew of pros to share their hottest summer tips. Plus, we officially induct a Zamboni into the HALL OF COOL. And that’s just the beginning. Grab your sunscreen—the season is popping off!
KIMI ANTONELLI MERCEDES FORMULA ONE • With four consecutive Grand Prix wins this year, the 19-year-old is chasing history. If he keeps it up, he could be F1’s youngest world champion ever.
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