Netflix is set to produce a new sports documentary series which will focus on the top sprinters from across the world.
The series will revolve around these personalities across several countries, their psyche, training and behind the scenes of training mental toughness and professional practice. Although a release date is yet to be announced, the sports series will premiere in summer 2024 as they conclude shooting at World Championships.
It will consist of six episodes and is backed by Box to Box Films. Executive producers include Paul Martin, James Gay-Rees and Warren Smith of Box to Box Films.
“We’re delighted that Netflix has chosen to turn a spotlight onto the lives of the fastest people on Earth. It takes a special talent, both physically and mentally, to succeed in a world where your fate is decided in just ten seconds. We can think of no better partner than Netflix to give our fans new insight into the fascinating high-intensity world of sprinters as they prepare to take their shot at glory at the World Championships,” said World Athletics president Sebastian Coe.
