BOOK - Asterix - Sport explained

Gladiator, boxing vice-champion to the Romans (behind his friend Obélix), sharp fencer, skilled horseman or Breton rugby winger, Asterix even won the Olympic sprint event in 50 BC.  - C. Since this great Gallic victory, the sport has changed a lot. But the rule remains to dominate your opponents “fairly”, and in particular without using a magic potion. If physical and athletic activities date back to the dawn of time, sport as we see it today is a recent invention. From ancient Greek competitions to major contemporary competitions, including the ancestors of our ball games, combat sports and strength challenges, this book offers a Gallic and rich reading of sporting practice. Accompanied by Coach Panoramix and his sparring partner Obélix, Asterix takes us on a complete tour of the sport. By Toutatis and by the gods of the stadium… go!