04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- SBS Australia
#Archives : 2017 - Retracing the 1928 Tour de France with Phil Keoghan
In this episode, we dive into the world of cycling with Phil Keoghan, producer of the documentary Le Ride, which follows the inspiring story of Harry Watson - the first New Zealander to race in the Tour de France in 1928. Phil shares how discovering a forgotten book about Watson sparked his mission to bring this remarkable tale back to life.
The thing I'm most proud of is we have ensured that the story has been captured for all time. Phil Keoghan With a passion for authenticity, Phil recounts the challenge of retracing the 1928 Tour route using vintage bikes and explores how the riders' determination resonated with post-WWI audiences in France. He also reflects on the emotional depth of the story, the production hurdles, and the pride of preserving a piece of forgotten history.
