Can you share any best untold sports stories related to underdog teams?

Sure. The story of Florida Gulf Coast in 2013 is a classic. As a 15 - seed, they made it to the Sweet 16. They had a high - flying, exciting style of play that caught everyone's attention. Their 'Dunk City' nickname was born during that March Madness run as they had some spectacular dunks that electrified the crowds.

There's the story of Malala Yousafzai. She was just a young girl in Pakistan standing up for girls' education in the face of the Taliban. They tried to silence her by shooting her. But she survived and became a global advocate for education. A young girl from a small town in Pakistan, she was an underdog against a powerful and violent group, yet she made her voice heard all around the world.

One great underdog story is that of JK Rowling. She was a single mother on welfare when she started writing the Harry Potter series. Publishers rejected her manuscript multiple times. But she didn't give up. Eventually, her books became a global phenomenon, making her one of the richest women in the world.

Eddie 'The Eagle' Edwards was an underdog in ski jumping. He represented Great Britain in the 1988 Winter Olympics. Despite being a novice compared to the other competitors, he became a beloved figure. His story shows that with determination, an underdog can make a mark in sports. The Greek national football team winning Euro 2004 is also an underdog success story. They were not among the favorites but surprised everyone by winning the tournament.

A great example is the movie 'Slumdog Millionaire'. The main character, Jamal, was from the slums of Mumbai. He had a very difficult life growing up, but he managed to get on the 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?' show. Against all odds, he won the grand prize. It shows that no matter how humble your beginnings are, you can achieve great things.

The 1969 New York Mets are a great example. They were considered long - shots to win. But they had a great pitching staff and some scrappy hitters. They ended up winning the World Series that year against teams that were more favored.

The movie 'Slumdog Millionaire' is based on an underdog story. The main character, Jamal Malik, comes from the slums of Mumbai. Against all odds, he participates in the Indian version of 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?' He is constantly underestimated and suspected of cheating, but in fact, his life experiences have given him the knowledge to answer the questions. It's a story of triumph over extreme poverty and prejudice.

Sure. The Oakland Athletics in the early 2000s had some great stories. They had a low - budget team but still managed to compete well. They used smart strategies like 'Moneyball' to find undervalued players and had some great seasons.

Sure. The New York Jets' victory in Super Bowl III is a great underdog story. The Jets, led by Joe Namath, were considered heavy underdogs against the Baltimore Colts. But Namath famously guaranteed a victory, and the Jets won, which was a huge upset at the time.

One great underdog story is the Miracle on Ice. In the 1980 Winter Olympics, the US hockey team, made up mostly of amateur players, defeated the heavily favored Soviet Union team. It was a huge upset that inspired a nation.