Richard Whitehead MBE and Adele Roberts embark on a powerful journey to transform sport, breaking down barriers for underrepresented communities as they create the most inclusive running event ever. Through personal stories and inspiring encounters with fearless individuals who dare to defy their own sporting expectations, they reveal a bold new vision of what it truly means to belong in sport.
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Dec 3, 2024
Richard visits a leading Formula E team to see how motorsport technology can empower the disability community. He meets Abi, a young wheelchair user with a love for racing, who's given the chance of a lifetime to drive an all-electric race car. As she faces the thrill of the Formula E World Championship finale in London, her journey becomes one of courage, resilience, and redefining what's possible.
Dec 3, 2024
Adele visits Manchester City's 'City in the Community' team and LGBTQ+ supporters' group, 'Canal Street Blues', uncovering how they're breaking barriers in football. She meets Liv, who's given a rare chance to demonstrate the club's commitment to ally ship-a moment filled with pride and significance. Featuring England captain John Stones and former players Izzy Christiansen and Zander Murray.
Dec 3, 2024
In the final episode, Richard journeys to Japan to witness a groundbreaking Tokyo race for visually impaired runners, while Adele learns more about the debilitating effects of non-visible disabilities. With 'Run to the Future' approaching, he and Adele rally communities from all backgrounds in a race against time. Will their passion and perseverance be enough to create the most inclusive run yet?
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
Dare to Defy Season 1 premiered on December 3, 2024.
Dare to Defy Season 1 has 3 episodes.
The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "Reinvention". It aired on December 3, 2024.
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