New sports documentaries

Arctic Ascent With Alex Honnold

What do you do after solo-free-climbing Yosemite’s El Capitan? If you’re Alex Honnold, you assemble a small team to cross Greenland and scale a 4,000foot sea cliff. The story is told in three pulse-pounding episodes. Disney+/Hulu

Giannis: The Marvelous Journey

Born in Greece to Nigerian immigrants, Giannis Antetokounmpo took an improbable road to playing in the NBA and becoming the league’s two-time MVP. This uplifting documentary replays the peaks, lows, and rim-rocking arena highlights. Prime

NASCAR: Full Speed

If Formula 1: Drive to Survive doesn’t satisfy your need for speed, try this series focused on a handful of top drivers competing in the NASCAR playoffs. It’s especially good at capturing the intense training the drivers put themselves through to gain an edge. Netflix

The Unbreakable Tatiana Suarez

There may be no one on the planet more resilient than Tatiana Suarez. A pioneer in female wrestling, she’s endured thyroid cancer, a broken neck, and many other injuries en route to becoming an MMA champion. Max

Messi’s World Cup: The Rise of a Legend

Lionel Messi is the man of the moment in Miami but eternal in Argentina. This thrilling documentary revisits Messi’s five World Cup appearances, culminating in Argentina’s exciting 2022 title run. Apple TV+

Shattered Glass: A WNBPA Story

For female athletes of all sports, the success of the WNBA is inspiring. This insightful documentary follows current stars and players union leaders Jonquel Jones, Nneka Ogwumike, and Breanna Stewart as they pursue success on and off the court. Tubi