Lorton Entertainment's Stable: The Boxing Game will be broadcast on BBC1 and iPlayer on March 30th.
The four-part observational documentary features Shane McGuigan, son of International Boxing Hall of Famer Barry McGuigan, training the fighters with assistant coach Josh Pritchard, and Shane's brother Jake McGuigan training the eight-man gymnasium. The film follows the McGuigan family's boxing gym, which manages most of the boxing gyms. boxer.
The series focuses on the lives in and out of the ring of eight boxers as they work their way up the boxing ranks. Boxers featured include Daniel Dubois and Caroline Dubois, Chris Billam-Smith, brothers Adam Azim and Hassan Azim, Robbie Davis Jr., Ellie Scotney and Anthony Fowler.
Stable also looks at the McGuigan family's unique boxing journey, with the aim of highlighting the challenges they have faced.
Executive producers are Ed Barratt and Julian Bird, series producers are Lucy Hardy and Arthur Landon, and series director is Gavin Fitzgerald. Produced by Lawton with factual information from the BBC.
Julian Bird, CEO and Founder of Lawton Entertainment, said: “We believe this documentary encapsulates all the powerful elements of boxing: hard work, community, resilience, and reward. This series will feature the sacrifices and dedication that boxers make every day. We've been telling the stories of some of the biggest names in the sport, and it's incredible to be able to add Barry, Shane, and all the fighters in the gym to that list.”
Joe Lapping, head of fact gathering at the BBC, added: “Whether you're a boxing fan or not is irrelevant when it comes to 'Stable.' This series is a fascinating watch that gives viewers an intimate look at the discipline, dedication, and determination it takes to succeed in the sport.” for. We are excited to bring this to audiences across the BBC and introduce an exciting, ambitious and close-knit group of fighters at the start of a big sporting year. ”
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