Ben Sparks reveals the formula for optimal goal kicking... See https://brilliant.org/numberphile for Brilliant and 20% off their premium service & 30-day trial (episode sponsor)... More links & stuff in full description below ↓↓↓
This is based on the sport of Rugby Union. The principles could be applied elsewhere - why not try it?
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