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Sporting dynasties: Keeping it in the family

Simon Rice
Tuesday 04 August 2009 16:14 BST
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Nelson Piquet Jr has been dropped by Renault after a disappointing time in Formula One. The Brazilian was unable to match the feats of his father, who won the drivers world championship on three occasions.

Formula One has a history of sons following in their father's footsteps, but sporting dynasties can be found all over the world of sport.

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While some have failed to live up to their father's reputations, others have gone on to surpass them and make the family name their own.

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