Rafael Nadal's epic five-set win over Roger Federer in the Wimbledon final was one of the most thrilling moments of 2008. (Adrian Dennis/AFP/Getty Images)

Michael Phelps's eight gold medals. Usain Bolt's superhuman speed. Alex Ovechkin's joie de vivre. The Pittsburgh Penguins' young guns. The Detroit Red Wings' workmanlike dominance.

David Tyree's catch. The Rays' turnaround. Big Brown's Derby. Danica's drive. The Impact's upsets. Kevin Martin's takeouts. The Stampeders' explosive attack.

Tiger Woods's pain tolerance. Rafael Nadal's power. Spain's soccer breakthrough. The Celtics-Lakers final. Simon Whitfield's finishing kick. Eric Lamaze's comeback. Chantal Petitclerc's super send-off.

There sure was a lot to like in the world of sports in 2008.

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