The Socially Distant Sports Bar 1: Do We Not Like This?
Mar 31, 2020
Three hosts gather to explore sports history from unique angles. They dissect unforgettable moments like Jonathan Davies' rugby highlights and Kevin Keegan's unforgettable mishaps on Superstars. The iconic Euro 88 Final and Van Basten's breathtaking goal come under the spotlight. The discussion also includes Graham Taylor's compelling documentary and Wigan's dominance in the Middlesex Sevens. Plus, they celebrate Shane Warne's legendary 'Ball of the Century' and reminisce about Barry McGuigan's emotional ring walk.
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Recreating The Bar With Curated Sport
- The Socially Distant Sports Bar recreates live-sport camaraderie by sharing classic clips, books and documentaries together.
- Hosts aim to replace live sport with curated nostalgia and banter to keep listeners connected during lockdown.
Jonathan Davies: Welsh Rugby Marvel
- Elis James and the others reminisce about Jonathan Davies' electric rugby highlights and local links to Welsh rugby legends.
- They describe Davies as superbly balanced, quick, and comparable to Maradona or George Best in rugby.
Keegan's Superstars Tumble
- Elis James recalls Kevin Keegan falling off a bike on Superstars and taking it in stride despite the embarrassment.
- They frame the clip as charming proof players did such amateur TV stunts for fun in the past.
