Sir Chris Hoy’s Secret World Of Japanese Bicycle Racing

The keirin is one of the most extreme events in track cycling. A test of controlled pacing then a tactical fight to the line, keirin is a sport in its own right in its country of origin and is steeped in the history and rituals that make Japanese culture so unique. In this film, Sir Chris Hoy heads to Japan, host of the Tokyo Games, to explore this phenomenon. For international riders, attending keirin school is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Tomorrow, BBC2, 6pm