The first of a three-part look back to the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, where Great Britain enjoyed record-breaking success. This episode looks at the first six days of the Games.

The sporting highlights include the golden exploits of swimmer Rebecca Adlington and cyclist Nicole Cooke. The show also revisits the spectacular opening ceremony in the famous Bird’s Nest stadium as China welcomed the world in breathtaking fashion.

Narrated by Sue Barker. Show less