European Cup 1968: Manchester United V Benfica
Monday 7th November at 3:55pm
The 1968 final was held at the old Wembley stadium and the first half passed without incident. But, eight minutes into the second half, Bobby Charlton opened the scoring for Manchester United with a rare headed goal. United’s lead only lasted for 22 minutes before Jaime Graça scored for Benfica. The score remained at 1–1 until the end of normal time, forcing the match into extra time which saw United score three goals to win their first European Cup.
Barry Sheene Compilation
Monday 7th November at 8:00pm
ESPN Classic celebrates the life of legendary motorcycle racer Barry Sheene with this compilation of his best moments. Sheene’s 14 year career saw numerous victories, including back to back 500cc championships in 1976 and 1977. His bravery and dedication not only produced thrilling races, but spectacular crashes. One accident in 1975 saw Sheene break several bones, but despite his injuries he was racing again just seven weeks later.
Documentaries Of The Week
Evil Knieval Roadshow
Sunday 6th November at 8:00pm
The American daredevil and entertainer attempted many feats in his life, including more than 75 ramp-to-ramp motorcycle jumps between 1965 and 1980. The 433 broken bones he suffered during his career earned an entry in the Guinness Book of World Records as the survivor of “most bones broken in a lifetime”. This documentary celebrates Knieval’s greatest achievements and stunts, including the Caesars Palace performance that ended in a horrific crash.
30 for 30: Marion Jones: Pressure Pause
Friday 11th November at 11:00pm
Few athletes in Olympic history have reached such heights as Marion Jones. At the 2000 Summer Games in Sydney, Jones captivated the world with her beauty, style and athletic dominance as she sprinted and jumped her way to three gold medals and two bronze. Her spectacular fall from grace was never expected as she was subsequently found guilty of using performance enhancing drugs and sent to prison. This documentary shows a new, reformed Jones as she picks up the pieces of her new life after athletics.
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