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Spirit 2000: Countdown to Sydney (1998)

Synopsis

Director David Goldie interviews athletes as they prepare for the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games. He talks to them at training and asks what drives them and what makes a champion. Goldie also interviews parents and partners of the athletes. The audience shares the triumphs and tragedies as the athletes succeed or fail in their attempt to be the best.

Curator’s notes

The documentary would be particularly interesting to aspiring sports champions. It examines the level of commitment required and celebrates the courage of all those involved.