1 Season
9 Episode
International King of Sports - Season 1 Episode 1
In the first (broadcast) episode four unknown athletes from Australia, Germany, England and Japan compete for a place in the final to win the title of ""International King of Sports."" In this episode challenges the athletes must compete in were; Double Legged Hurdles: Just like 100m hurdles, but competitors must keep their feet together at all times. The kangaroo-hop required to excel at this event gives Australians a natural advantage, although a Japanese athlete won the first round.Speed Gun Run: The sprint event of this competition, athletes must wind up to maximum speed within 20 metres when their velocity is measured by a speed gun. The catch is they must simultaneously plough into an upright crash mat. Water Dive: A high-jumping contest where competitors leap head-first over the bar and into a diving pool with the aid of a small springboard. Slalom Run: Just like the skiers do at the Winter Olympics, but this event is atacked on foot via a grassy slope. The rugby pla
- Year: 2002
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- Studio: Channel 5
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- Cast: Helen Chamberlain
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