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Olympic Dreams

  • 2007 – 2012
  • Returning Series
  • Documentary
  • ~45m / ep
  • 4 seasons

Documentary series following the fortunes of British stars on the road to London 2012.

Latest: 2012 · 2012

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  1. E1. South

    Jan 22, 2012 · 45m

    Tony Husband profiles some of the people preparing for the Olympics, and looks at the pressures faced by coaches picking a squad.

  2. E2. East

    Jan 22, 2012 · 45m

    Jonathan Park and Gail Emms follow the progress of the Olympic hopefuls from the East of England. Plus, a round-up of the athletes to watch at London 2012.

  3. E3. East Midlands

    Jan 22, 2012 · 45m

    Colin Hazelden speaks to Rebecca Adlington's family about the pressure she faces to perform. Plus, how double amputee Richard Whitehead is hoping to win gold.

  4. E4. Yorkshire

    Jan 22, 2012 · 45m

    Tanya Arnold follows the progress of Yorkshire athletes Jessica Ennis, Sarah Stevenson, and Alistair and Jonathan Brownlee as they prepare for London 2012.

  5. E5. London

    Jan 22, 2012 · 45m

    A profile of some of the athletes preparing for the Olympics. Paul Carter examines the technology that will be used to power Paralympic hopefuls to glory.

  6. E6. North East and Cumbria

    Jan 22, 2012 · 45m

    Jeff Brown and Katie Gornall meet the athletes hoping for success this summer. Plus a look back at some of the regional athletes who made Olympic history.

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