SEITSE VAPRAT. UUDMÄE, SPASSKI, LEWIS, DRYDEN, KÜTTIS, TIIK, TAMM

Dive into the world of sports legends with "Seitse vaprat," a captivating collection of interviews by esteemed sports journalist Tiit Karuks. Spanning from 1975 to 2020, this book brings to light seven remarkable conversations with athletes who have left an indelible mark on their respective sports.

Among these interviews, two were previously unheard due to Soviet censorship—conversations with Olympic champion Jaak Uudmäe and chess grandmaster Boris Spassky. Uudmäe shares a minute-by-minute account of his triumphant days at the Moscow Olympics in 1980, while Spassky's interview, conducted during the 1975 Tallinn International Chess Tournament, offers a rare glimpse into the mind of a former world chess champion.

Karuks also captures the essence of the phenomenal sprinter and long jumper Carl Lewis during the 1986 Goodwill Games in Moscow. The author's insightful dialogue with hockey icon Ken Dryden spans interviews in both Moscow and Toronto, revealing the depth of Dryden's passion for the sport.

The book further features an interview with Nikolai Küttis, one of Estonia's finest long and triple jumpers from the 1930s, who later became a successful forestry industrialist in Canada. Rounding out the collection are the stories of Heino Tiik, a former decathlete and acupuncturist, and Jüri Tamm, a two-time Olympic bronze medalist in hammer throw.

"Seitse vaprat" is not just a book for sports enthusiasts; it's a treasure trove of inspiration, showcasing the determination and spirit of athletes who have risen to the pinnacle of their careers. Uncover these untold stories and celebrate the triumphs of these seven brave individuals who have made their mark in the world of sports.