The remarkable story of Barry Sheene, the asthmatic, cheeky cockney boy who grew up to become a sporting legend, is a tale of great courage and determination overcoming adversity. This intimate and revealing account of Sheene's life is told by three people who knew him better than most: Steve Parrish, fellow bike racer and now BBC commentator; Nick Harris, who followed his career from the early days; and Barry's widow, Stephanie.