The Race Within: A Sports Psychology Handbook is a recent book by Cheikh Sarr and Anath Lee Wales that blends fiction with evidence-based research to teach key psychological theories for athletes and coaches. 

Published in June 2025 by Dadyminds Publishers Insider, the book uses the story of a young Senegalese runner named Ousmane Diallo to illustrate key psychological concepts relevant to sports. It covers theories such as Goal-Setting, Grit, Self-Determination Theory, Cognitive Appraisal, and the 4Cs of Mental Toughness. The book also includes features like chapter insights, reflection questions, and tables designed for use by students, athletes, and educators.