Called ‘Champions: Full Gallop’, the series premieres tonight, 19 July, on ITV1 and ITVX at 9pm primetime.
Spanning across six parts, the production will offer viewers a glimpse into the sport’s biggest legends, gaining access to the major players, high rollers, and key protagonists.
Lily Wilson, ITV Commissioning Editor at ITV, said: “This is an opportunity to see at close quarters the adrenaline, tension, drama, and emotion behind the scenes of Jump Racing. The series promises a rich mix of excitement, colourful personalities, and powerful stories.
“As the home of ITV racing, we’re looking forward to bringing this incredible sport to an even wider audience.”
The backstage pass will dive into the lives of jockeys, owners, and trainers connected to the horses running on the tracks during the 2023-24 Jumps season.
Produced by South Shore, in collaboration with Flutter and Racecourse Media Group (RMG), the programme will show exclusive interviews with jockeys Harry Skelton, Harry Cobden, and Sean Bowen and their fight for the title of Champion Jockey, among other cult heroes of the sport.
Ian Brown, CEO of Flutter UK & Ireland, said: “We loved the idea of creating horseracing’s answer to F1’s Drive to Survive, and we are immensely proud to back Champions: Full Gallop, viewing it as a unique opportunity to reaffirm our unwavering commitment to grow this great sport.
“This is a showcase in what can be achieved when the industry unites to tackle challenges in a collaborative way.”
Comments were also provided by Martin Stevenson, CEO of Racecourse Media Group, who added: “South Shore has done an incredible job in harnessing the powerful stories behind racing, conveying them in a way that’s accessible to everyone.
“This series will bring the sport to an entirely new audience, captivating the next generation of racing fans and hopefully encouraging a new generation to get involved in the sport.”
Dingnews.com 24/07/2024