With the likes of Martin Johnson, Neil Back and Graham Rowntree at the coalface, Leicester captured league titles in 1999 and 2000 to establish themselves as the major force in English rugby.

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The result saw Germany become the first country to unite all three Olympic bobsleigh titles, having already captured the two-man and women's titles.

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The Lakers, led by the most popular player in the league, Kobe Bryant, have captured two consecutive NBA titles and are among the best television draws in sports.

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Lance Armstrong goosed the usually anemic ratings for the Tour de France as he captured seven straight titles between 1999 and 2005.

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The 28-year-old American captured two grand slam titles, at the Australian Open and Wimbledon, to improve her collection to 11 majors.

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The SEC has captured the last five BCS national championships and at least a share of eight titles since 1996.

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