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This tale is more than just a journey through the exhilarating highs and heartbreaking lows of professional athletics; it's a testament to the unyielding spirit of a true champion. Katarina Johnson-Thompson has never had it easy. Born a child of two worlds - her mother's working-class Liverpool, and her father's idyllic Bahamas - she was never supposed to be world champion. In Unbroken, she tells her story as she never has before. Her narrative, rich with challenges overcome and dreams pursued with relentless determination, serves as a powerful reminder that the human spirit is capable of extraordinary feats. Unbroken is a beacon of inspiration, casting a light on the inner workings of a champion's mind, the rigorous discipline, the undying passion for sport, and the unshakable belief in one's self despite the odds. Johnson-Thompson does not hold back in sharing the personal struggles and setbacks that have shaped her both on and off the field. Unfolding in gripping detail, it offers readers an intimate glance into the grueling world of elite sports and the resilience required to stand atop the podium. Whether you're an aspiring athlete, a sports enthusiast, or simply a reader in search of a remarkable human story, Unbroken promises to be an unforgettable read. Johnson-Thompson's journey from budding athlete to world champion, and Olympic team leader, is filled with invaluable lessons on perseverance, dedication, and the power of holding on to one's dreams. This memoir is not just about athletic prowess; it's a heartfelt exploration of what we can learn through every victory and failure, emphasizing the importance of pushing forward, no matter the obstacles.

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Katarina Johnson-Thompson is an English athlete. A multi-eventer, she is primarily known as both a heptathlete and an indoor pentathlete. In heptathlon, she is a double world champion and double Commonwealth Games champion. Representing Great Britain, Johnson-Thompson won the heptathlon gold medal at the 2019 World Championships, breaking the British record with a score of 6,981 points which ranks her at number six on the all-time list. Her heptathlon results include finishing fourteenth at the 2012 London Olympics, fifth at the 2013 World Championships, sixth at the 2016 Rio Olympics, and fifth at the 2017 World Championships. She won the gold medal in the event at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, before claiming silver at the 2018 European Championships. She retained her title at the 2022 Commonwealth Games. She also holds the British indoor pentathlon record of 5,000 points and won gold in that event at the 2018 World Indoor Championships, as well as at the 2015 and 2019 European Indoor Championships. Johnson-Thompson has also occasionally represented Great Britain in her two strongest individual disciplines: the high jump and the long jump. She holds the British high jump outdoor record, and in the long jump she was the 2012 world junior champion and the 2014 world indoor silver medalist.

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