Exclusive UTV documentary provides intimate insight into World Superbike champion Jonathan Rea's final race weekend
An exclusive documentary on six-time World Superbike legend Jonathan Rea will be shown on UTV on Friday night, January 16.
The one-hour special includes behind-the-scenes access with the Rea family at the final round of the 2025 championship at Jerez in Spain for his swansong, following Rea’s decision to retire from full-time racing.
The 38-year-old had hoped to end his unparalleled career on a high, but two crashes ruled him out of the final race of the season at Jerez.
UTV Sports Correspondent Ruth Gorman followed the Ballyclare man to Spain for his last hurrah in October last year and heard first-hand from Rea’s parents, siblings, wife and children as Rea brought the curtain down on an incredible career, which includes six consecutive world titles and a record 119 victories and 264 podiums.
“In our special hour-long show, we go back to the start when Jonathan's love for bikes began as a two-year-old,” said a UTV spokesperson.
“We reveal never before seen footage from his childhood and show the making of the world champion. We also get an intimate look into the man behind the visor and why his family is his proudest achievement.
“We also have spoken to those who have competed against Jonathan and those who have worked closely with him.
“Having followed his career over three decades we have documented the highs and lows of Jonathan's career and speak to him about the next chapter as he becomes a test driver for Honda this year.”
Jonathan Rea - Born to Win will be broadcast at 9pm on UTV and is also available on ITVX.