The 30 Greatest Athlete Comeback Stories of All Time

California Angels pitcher Jim Abbott in action during the 1995 season at Camden Yards
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There’s nothing quite like a great comeback. When an athlete falls hard—whether it’s due to injury, scandal, or just plain bad luck—and then finds a way to rise again, it taps into everything we love about sports. These 30 athletes remind us that the story doesn’t end with a setback. Sometimes, the most unforgettable moments come after everything seems lost.

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