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William Hill Sports Book Club

William Hill Sports Book Club

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 Each month, Adrian Durham, Neil Foggin and guests dive into the very best of sports writing, from award contenders to past winners, and uncover what makes them champions.

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Episodes
  • The Power and the Glory: A New History of the World Cup

    The Power and the Glory: A New History of the World Cup
    Oct 9 2025
    In this episode, Adrian Durham and Neil Foggin are joined in the studio by journalist Jonathan Wilson to discuss his new book "The Power & The Glory: A New History of the World Cup. Which goes beyond the matches, goals, players, and coaches, while also delving into the scandals, brilliance, and the often dubious dealings of the bidding process. This book not only explores these aspects but situates the tournaments within their broader socio-political context, presenting the World Cup as a reflection of global history and offering its definitive account.

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    51 mins
  • The William Hill Sports Book of the Year Longlist

    The William Hill Sports Book of the Year Longlist
    Sep 25 2025

    talkSPORT's Adrian Durham and member of the reading Panel Neil Foggin reveal the books that have made the longlist for the 2025 William Hill Sports Book of the Year.


    15 in all covering sports from football and cricket, to boxing and tennis, with subjects including shirts, stadiums, VAR and sportswashing, as well as sexism in sport and a champion who transitioned after retiring. It's a stunning selection of stellar stories.

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    41 mins
  • THE ESCAPE: the Tour, the Cyclist and me.

    THE ESCAPE: the Tour, the Cyclist and me.
    Sep 18 2025

    In this episode, Adrian Durham and Neil Foggin are joined in the studio by journalist David Walsh and former cyclist Pippa York to delve into their book The Escape: The Tour, The Cyclist, and Me. The discussion explores themes of doping, gender in sport and the captivating allure of the Tour de France. The Escape is a remarkable travelogue and a refreshingly candid memoir, offering unique insights from one of cycling’s most enigmatic figures.


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    58 mins
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