Path to Paris follows Ireland’s top medal prospects as they strive to qualify for the greatest show on earth, the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Filmed over three years, this raw and honest documentary series chronicles the journeys of Olympic and Paralympic potential athletes. Witness their dedication and sacrifice as they aim to make their mark in history. Over three, one-hour episodes, viewers will get an unfiltered look at what it takes to compete on the world stage and how these athletes balance their everyday lives while travelling the globe in pursuit of success.
Path to Paris will feature:
Athletics star Rhasidat Adeleke, Boxing champion Kellie Harrington, Gymnast Rhys McClenaghan, Para-cycling veterans Katie-George Dunleavy and Eve McCrystal, Sibling competitors in badminton and weightlifting, Nhat and Tham N’Guyen, Surfer Gearóid McDaid, Refugee turned marathon runner for Ireland Hiko Tonosa Haso and Para-swimmer Nicole Turner.
EPISODE THREE
Thursday July 18, 10:10pm
Hiko Tonosa Haso (Marathon Runner)
Hiko was a refugee to Ireland who came through the direct provision system and went on to represent Ireland internationally at the highest level. The series chronicles his attempt to move up to the marathon and secure his spot at the Olympic Games.
Nicole Turner (Swimmer)
At just 21 years old, Nicole Turner is already a seasoned Paralympian, set to make Paris her third Games appearance. With an impressive career that includes a silver medal from Tokyo, Nicole’s relentless drive and determination have made her a standout in the swimming world and she’s aiming for gold in Paris.
Kellie Harrington (Boxing)
Cameras rolled on the darling of the Tokyo Olympics during a turbulent time, in and out of the ring, in the build-up to the Paris games. There are weighted expectations on the champion as she faces new challenges and pressures as she trains for her next Olympic journey and hopefully another Olympic gold.
Path to Paris is filmed and directed by Darragh Bambrick. This is the 4th Olympic series that Darragh Bambrick has made for RTÉ, spending the last 15 years following Ireland’s Olympic and Paralympic prospects around the world and bringing their stories to life.
