Preparation, Pressure and the Perfect Performance

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Episode 3 of 3

Duration: 30 minutes

Why do some athletes rise to the occasion while others crack under the pressure? What's it like to witness sporting perfection up close? Who are Wales's 2012 gold hopefuls? How will Welsh World champs Dai Greene and Helen Jenkins cope with being tagged favourites? Eddie Butler weighs up the importance of a gold medal and looks into what it takes to win one.

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Wed 25 Jul 2012 22:00 BBC Two Wales only

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Credits

Presenter
Eddie Butler
Producer
Joe Towns

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