This documentary takes a deep look at both the driver and the car through the rebuild of the last FW14B, which has only ever been driven by Mansell. Thirty years later we break down what made this car so special and follow the journey of Mansell’s suspenseful, heart-breaking and ultimately victorious career and his last chance to become a world champion.
Following the remarkable story of 18-year-old Billy Monger, one of Britain's most exciting young racing drivers, who in April 2017 was involved in a devastating crash, resulting in the amputation of his legs. Incredibly, soon after his accident, Billy resolved to get back to racing, in the hope of becoming the first ever amputee to race competitively in a single-seater racing car. This film follows the extraordinary story of Billy and his family, as he pursues his dream to one day race in Formula One. With the support of the racing community and his hero Lewis Hamilton, Billy has to change the rules of motorsport and learn to drive again without legs, all while coming to terms with life as a disabled person - a term Billy is reluctant to accept. This heartwarming and inspirational story is about the incredible will of one young man, but also the extraordinary support his family provides during the toughest time of their lives.
F1 Legends is a British television programme shown on Sky Sports F1. Steve Rider presents the series of interviews with Formula One legends of the past and present.
Steve Rider, born on April 28, 1950, in Dartford, Kent, England, is a distinguished British sports presenter and journalist with a career spanning over four decades. He began his broadcasting journey in the 1970s, working with Anglia Television and Thames Television, where he covered a variety of sports events. In 1985, Rider joined the BBC, taking over from Harry Carpenter as the presenter of Sportsnight. He later became the main host of the BBC's flagship sports program, Grandstand, and was closely associated with major events such as the Olympic Games, Commonwealth Games, and the BBC Sports Personality of the Year awards. Rider's versatility extended to motorsports, where he presented Formula 1 coverage for both the BBC and ITV. He also covered international rugby, golf, and over fifty major golf championships, including the Ryder Cup and The Open. In 2006, he joined ITV Sport to present Formula 1 and their FIFA World Cup coverage, later hosting Champions League, FA Cup, and England fixtures. Rider has been recognized with multiple awards, including three sports BAFTAs and being named Sports Presenter of the Year twice. Beyond broadcasting, Rider has authored books celebrating sports events, such as the 50th anniversary of the BBC Sports Personality of the Year. His extensive experience and contributions have made him a respected figure in sports journalism.
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