Athletes take on the game, their gear and gravity; they prove that sometimes failing is the real sport.

Big swings, missed landings, and spectacular crashes remind us that the road to glory is paved with wipeouts.

From flying gear to hard landings, these competitors show that sometimes the biggest hit comes after the play.

These unforgettable fails prove that chasing greatness often means crashing spectacularly.

One bad bounce, one missed step, and one unforgettable crash are all it takes to make sports history.