We hear from 'Superstars' past and present as the BBC TV show is set to return for Christmas

Nov 16, 2012, 10:28 AM

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Superstars - the hit sporting TV show from the 1970's and 80's that pits athletes from different disciplines against each other -- is being brought back to BBC1 for a one off Christmas special.
Sixteen British Olympians will take part including Mo Farrah, the Brownlee brothers and Jade Jones. The eight men and eight women will compete against each other in the 100m and 800m on the track, 50m swim in the pool, javelin, archery, cycling, a kayak race and in the gym.
Helen Glover the Olympic gold medal winner in the women's coxless pair will be taking part and Terry Yorath former Wales and Leeds United footballer was one of the past contestants.