6. OUT FOR THE COUNT: Micky Sultana Micky Sultana has been retired for a long time, but with his own memories and the use of the vast archives we look back on the life of the Bronx-born flamboyant boxing promoter who played a massive part in making boxing the sport it is today. People who worked alongside Micky say it was all down to him that we remember such thrilling fights in the 70’s as the 'Grapple in the Big Apple' and the 'Melee in Moseley'. But at what cost? It wasn't easy for Micky who made enemies along the way with his ruthless streak as he represented some of the greatest World Champions and staged some of the most hyped sporting events the world has seen.
5. IT'S THE PITS : Pete Patterson Fast cars, the playboy image, and a chance to travel all over the world – Pete Patterson thinks he's the luckiest teenager alive! This week he starts his new job as an engineer in the pits for top formula one driver Benson Mutton. Just two weeks after completing his evening classes in "Introduction to Motor Service and Repair" he finds himself living life in the fast lane! Will he be up to speed? Will it be as easy as he thinks or is it all too much too soon? The pressure's on as anything Pete does could ultimately have a huge effect on Mutton's attempt to win the Championship and firmly cement himself as Britain's Favourite Sporting Hero!
4. SLAPDOWN SMACKDOWN SHOWDOWN: Colin The Codfather
The electrifying 'Slapdown Smackdown' is without a World Champion! How will Colin from Bilston get on when he fulfils a lifetime ambition by travelling to America to become a WWE Wrestler? Will he become the number one contender and earn the right to have a crack in the awesome title showdown? Does Colin have the desire, power and anger to be a Champion, or does the former Blackcountry Fish and Chip shop owner face getting a battering? Is it just pie in the sky or is it really possible for Bilston to have it's first WWE Wrestler?
3. DOUBLE TROUBLE: Darts world championships It's the first week in January which means it's the final few days of the Smethwick darts Championships! The showpiece event in the domestic darts calendar is always jam packed with excitement, controversy, and larger than life characters as this behind the scenes look at the Championships prove: 2. ON THIN ICE: Steven Pearl and Victoria Dean Despite a deep hatred for one another Steven Pearl and Victoria Dean have been ice skating partners for 15 years. This Winter is the biggest test of their career as they have reached the National Finals for the first time. Will the increase in training time and intensity of the whole contest put a strain on their partnership or will their quest for success and fame finally defrost their icy relationship? 1. FOOTBALL MANAGER: Eddie Gutteridge Eddie Gutteridge is a manager of a struggling non league football team who have yet to win a game with two matches remaining in the season. Will the introduction of a top national coach, and a sports psychologist to work alongside Eddie have a positive effect? What response will it get from the players? How will Eddie take to the critical assessment of his management style and coaching techniques? Will it make a difference? Is it all too late? Or can Ludmoor Rovers pull off the 'Great Escape' and avoid relegation? |