Looks at historical, current and emerging examples of sport technology. Examines technology in training, athletic performance, sports nutrition, sports equipment, sports medicine and how sport is shown on TV.
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Discusses how technology is revolutionizing sports around the world, including how wearable tech is turning athletes into walking computers, stadium video technology is ending debates caused by official decisions, and how personal video devices are changing the way sports are viewed, on land and in the air.