Slam dunk! The best sports documentaries on Virgin TV

Whether you’re a sports fanatic or simply someone who loves getting lost in the magic of against-all-odds victories on the small screen, there are so many amazing sports documentaries to watch on Virgin TV. Here’s our pick of the latest and greatest from the new Schmeichel and The Clubhouse: A Year With The Red Sox to classics of the genre The Last Dance and Lionesses: How Football Came Home.

Stream it in Apps > Netflix now

It’s not always easy being at the top of your game, as superstar gymnast Simone Biles showed when she withdrew from the Tokyo Olympics to focus on her mental health. This docuseries captures her triumphant return to the floor and the hard work and dedication it’s taken to become history’s most decorated gymnast.

Stream it in On Demand > Sky Documentaries now

This year teen sensation Luke Littler became the youngest ever world darts champion, and this access-all-areas series followed his journey through his first World Darts Championship, while uncovering the lives of some of darts’ biggest players and some unsung heroes too.

Stream season 1 in Apps > Disney+ now or just say “Disney+”

This five-part documentary follows the coaches and girls of Figure Skating In Harlem as they prepare for competitions and performances on the rink, while showcasing their unique experiences as girls of colour breaking the “ice ceiling” and gaining access to a global stage.

What else is on:

Any One Of Us – Stream it in Apps > BBC iPlayer now

Giannis: The Marvelous Journey – Stream it in Apps > Prime Video now

Mountain Queen: The Summits Of Lhakpa Sherpa – Stream it in Apps > Netflix now

Royal Ascot: Queens Of The Turf – Stream it in Apps > ITVX now

SPRINT – Stream it in Apps > Netflix now

Stream it in Apps > Netflix from Tuesday 8 April

Enter the dugout and find out exactly what it takes to play for one of the most legendary teams in baseball. Join the Boston Red Sox both on and off the field during their rollercoaster 2024 MLB season, as the players grapple with the mental pressure and physical demands of a gruelling 162-game campaign. Go Sox!

Stream it in Apps > ITVX now

The runners and rider are ready… While on the surface the likes of Cheltenham Festival and the Grand National are glamorous occasions, behind the fascinators there’s the high-stakes world of jump racing where jockeys, trainers, owners and horses battle it out to become champions.

Stream seasons 1-3 in Apps > Netflix now

Follow the likes of Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Min Woo Lee and more golfing giants as they share their lives off the course while competing at some of the biggest tournaments in the game, including the US Open, the Masters and the Open Championship.

What else is on:

All Or Nothing – Stream it in Apps > Prime Video now

Formula 1: Drive To Survive – Stream seasons 1-7 in Apps > Netflix now

Quarterback + Receiver – Stream them in Apps > Netflix now

Tour De France: Unchained – Stream seasons 1-2 in Apps > Netflix now. Season 3 coming in 2025

Wrestlers – Stream it in Apps > Netflix now

Stream it in On Demand > Sky Documentaries HD (CH 188) from Monday 7 April

If you want a feelgood watch about the power of teamwork, revisit the Lionesses’ victorious summer as the England women’s team made history at the 2022 Euros. With personal home movie footage, moving childhood stories and inspiring words from the players, there won’t be a dry eye in the room.

Stream season 1 in Apps > Netflix now. Season 2 coming in 2025

Step into the signature boots of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, as rookie candidates and seasoned veterans compete for a coveted spot on the 2024 DCC squad. It’s not all pompoms though, as the squad reveal the realities of rigorous auditions, intense training, athletic routines and their passion for cheer.

Stream seasons 1-2 in Apps > Netflix now 

Every player has a role in the scrum, and this inspiring teamwork is documented in these series covering the exciting 2023 and 2024 Six Nations Championships. Relive every round, tackle and try from some of the best players in Europe over two tournaments jam-packed with edge-of-the-seat action.

What else is on:

100 Days To Indy – Stream it on Paramount+ now

The Greatest Rivalry: India Vs Pakistan – Stream it in Apps > Netflix now

NWSL: For The Win – Stream it in Apps > Prime Video now

The Redeem Team – Stream it in Apps > Netflix now

Under Pressure: The US Women’s National Team – Stream it in Apps > Netflix now

Sunday 6 April, 9pm, Sky Documentaries HD (CH 188) or stream it in On Demand > Sky Documentaries from Sunday 6 April

This new documentary about the man widely regarded as the best goalkeeper in history explores Peter Schmeichel’s astronomical impact in the beautiful game. From his role in the Danish national team that cinched an unprecedented win at the 1992 European Championship to leading Man United to Treble victory, discover the man behind “The Great Dane”.

Stream it in Apps > Prime Video now

Filmed across the final days of the 2022 Laver Cup, which marked sporting legend Roger Federer’s retirement, this intimate film captures the tennis star’s highs and lows throughout his decades-long career – which included 103 ATP singles titles and a record 237 consecutive weeks as world No.1 in men’s singles.

Stream it in Apps > Prime Video now

Not many people can say that they excel in two different sports. But that isn’t the case for pioneer Tayla Harris, who balances a boxing career alongside playing Aussie Rules football in the AFLW. In this unfiltered documentary she talks about her journey to success, as well as the personal challenges that have come with fame. Talk about girl power!

What else is on:

Boris Becker: The Rise & Fall – Stream it in Apps > ITVX now

Carlos Alcaraz: My Way – Stream it in Apps > Netflix from Wednesday 23 April

Hatton – Stream it in On Demand > Sky Documentaries now

Mbappé – Stream it in Apps > BBC iPlayer now

Naomi Osaka – Stream it in Apps > Netflix now

Stream it in Apps > Prime Video now

Manchester United’s 1998/99 treble-winning season marked the first of its kind in English football. And this definitive documentary gives unprecedented access to the players and fans who experienced history in the making over 10 pivotal days in 1999, including legendary football manager Sir Alex Ferguson.

Stream it in On Demand > Sky Documentaries now

The United States women’s national football team are far more successful than their male counterparts – but far less well remunerated. Equal pay for equal play is the subject of this no-holds-barred doc about the US players and their ongoing struggle with the United States Soccer Federation.

Stream it in Apps > Netflix now

The epic story of Michael Jordan’s career with the Chicago Bulls and his remarkable legacy as an American icon is expertly told over 10 compelling episodes. Even if basketball isn’t your thing, you’ll still be swept up by the drama that makes this one of the greatest sports docs of all time.

What else is on:

Everton: Howard’s Way – Stream it in On Demand > Sky Documentaries now

Free Solo – Stream it in Apps > BBC iPlayer now

Pele, Argentina And The Dictators – Stream it in Apps > BBC iPlayer now

Power Of The Dream – Stream it in Apps > Prime Video now

Second Chance Champions – Stream it on Paramount+ now

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