BBC Ends "Iconic" Sports Programme After Five Decades – and Reveals Why

BBC ends "iconic" sports programme after five decades – and reveals why

BBC has called time on "iconic" winter sports show Ski Sunday after nearly 50 years on our screens.The much-loved programme has brought all the biggest snow sports stories and athletes into British homes since its debut in 1978.Ski Sunday has been a central part of UK winter sports coverage over the past five decades and, alongside its unmistakable theme tune, included a combination of event highlights, interviews and features.However, the broad…

BBC axes Ski Sunday after almost 50 years

BBC axes popular sports show after almost 50 years

ICONIC BBC sports show Ski Sunday is set to end after more than 50 years, the corporation has confirmed.

BBC axes beloved sports show after nearly 50 years on air

Ski Sunday first aired in 1978 but will no longer be part of the broadcaster’s output

BBC's Ski Sunday to end after nearly 50 years

The BBC is to end its Ski Sunday programme after nearly 50 years.

SKI SUNDAY AXED BY BBC AFTER FIVE DECADES ON AIR

Following careful consideration, BBC Sport has decided to say farewell to Ski Sunday, ending a remarkable run over nearly five decades. Since its debut in 1978, Ski Sunday has become an iconic part of the winter sports calendar, bringing the excitement, drama and beauty of the action on the snow to audiences across the UK. Throughout its long run, the programme has played a key role in showcasing outstanding athletes and telling the biggest snow…