Ever wondered what motivates today's sport stars to stay at the top and focused on reaching their next goal?
We asked a range of stars from all corners of the sporting world these very questions and discovered reading has a key part to play. Take a look at their 'Personal Best' reads below.
Chris Hoy
Cyclist. Three times gold medallist, Beijing 2008
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Graeme Swann
England and Nottinghamshire cricketer
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James Toseland
World Superbike Champion, currently competing in Moto GP
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Keri-Anne Payne
Swimmer - 10km, Silver Medallist - Beijing 2008
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Louis Smith
Artistic Gymnastics, Pommel Horse, Bronze medallist, Beijing 2008
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Oliver Turvey
British Formula Three racing driver
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Samit Patel
England and Nottinghamshire cricketer
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Simeon Williamson
Athlete, 4 x 100 Relay, Beijing 2008
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Sujoy Roy
The UK’s first professional video gamer
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Tony Jeffries
Boxer, Bronze Medallist, Beijing 2008
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Wayne Godwin
Hooker - Bradford Bulls - Rugby League, Super League
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Phillips Idowu
Triple jumper (Commonwealth games champion, World and European indoor champion)
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Stuart Broad
England and Nottinghamshire cricketer
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Nick Kennedy
London Irish and England Rugby Player, lock forward
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Paul Hodgson
London Irish and England Rugby Player, scrum half
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Shane Geraghty
London Irish and England Rugby Player, fly half
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