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The Race for Selection

Looped documentary. Heptathlete Jess Ennis, diver Tom Daley and the men's coxless four fight to make it to the Beijing Olympics.

Looped documentary. Final in the four-part series looking at what it takes to succeed in the world of elite sport. Heptathlete Jess Ennis, 13-year-old diving prodigy Tom Daley and the crew of British rowing's flagship boat, the men's coxless four, give a personal insight into their lives as they fight to make it to the Beijing Olympics.

As the Games approach the intensity of their training increases but, as they push their bodies to the limit, they face a growing risk of injury. Who will make it? And will they push themselves too hard and shatter their Olympic dreams?

45 minutes

Last on

Tue 19 Aug 2008 01:45

Credits

Role Contributor
Presenter Tamsin Greig
Series Producer John Douglas

Broadcasts

  • Tue 5 Aug 2008 22:35
  • Tue 5 Aug 2008 23:05
  • Thu 7 Aug 2008 04:15
  • Thu 7 Aug 2008 06:00
  • Thu 7 Aug 2008 15:00
  • Fri 8 Aug 2008 06:00
  • Fri 8 Aug 2008 11:30
  • Fri 8 Aug 2008 13:45
  • Fri 8 Aug 2008 16:00
  • Tue 19 Aug 2008 01:40
  • Tue 19 Aug 2008 01:45