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0:00:18 > 0:00:22- Hello and welcome to Heno - and to the Fanzone in Aberystwyth.
0:00:23 > 0:00:29- Hundreds are here to show their - support for Wales' football team...
0:00:29 > 0:00:34- ..as they prepare - for their biggest match in history.
0:00:34 > 0:00:39- In less than an hour, Wales plays - in the semi-final of Euro 2016.
0:00:40 > 0:00:43- Let's see what else we have for you.
0:00:44 > 0:00:49- I'm at Llanrwst to pass the baton - in the Race for the Language...
0:00:50 > 0:00:53- ..around the towns - and villages of Wales.
0:00:54 > 0:00:58- The football starts shortly, - so I'd better get a move on!
0:00:59 > 0:01:05- Fans at Caernarfon Football Club - are also counting down to kick-off.
0:01:05 > 0:01:09- They've relocated the town's castle - to their club!
0:01:09 > 0:01:12- We move from football - to cycling in France.
0:01:13 > 0:01:18- The world's biggest cycling race, - the Tour de France is underway.
0:01:19 > 0:01:23- My guest is a professional - cyclist from Ceredigion.
0:01:24 > 0:01:26- Griff Lewis, - welcome to the programme.
0:01:27 > 0:01:29- The Tour de France - is back for another year.
0:01:29 > 0:01:39- Yes, that's right.
0:01:39 > 0:01:43- The fifth stage took place today.
0:01:43 > 0:01:48- We start tonight's programme - at the Fanzone in Aberystwyth.
0:01:48 > 0:01:54- The nation is crossing everything - in the hope that we reach the final.
0:01:54 > 0:01:59- Some believe that there were signs - in the sky last night.
0:01:59 > 0:02:04- Former Wales player, Robbie Savage - is enjoying the Barbados sunshine.
0:02:04 > 0:02:08- He posted this image on his - Instagram page...
0:02:08 > 0:02:10- ..of a cloud shaped like Wales.
0:02:11 > 0:02:19- Craig ap Iago spotted the Welsh - dragon above Llanllyfni last night.
0:02:19 > 0:02:21- You can certainly see it!
0:02:22 > 0:02:28- Are there signs in the sky above you - in Aberystwyth this evening, Heledd?
0:02:28 > 0:02:30- Good evening, Llinos.
0:02:31 > 0:02:37- I can't see any cloud formations - linked with Wales in the sky.
0:02:37 > 0:02:40- It might rain!
0:02:40 > 0:02:44- I'm at the Fanzone in Aberystwyth...
0:02:44 > 0:02:51- ..ahead of tonight's semi-final - match between Wales and Portugal.
0:02:51 > 0:03:00- where have you been watching the - match?
0:03:00 > 0:03:07- We built a little shed in the - garden.
0:03:08 > 0:03:14- We were in the Fanzone in Cardiff - last week.
0:03:14 > 0:03:21- Where have you been, Gary?
0:03:22 > 0:03:31- I've watched most of the games.
0:03:31 > 0:03:41- It's great to have a Fanzone here - now.
0:03:46 > 0:03:51- I have to congratulate the club here - for bringing sporting fans together.
0:03:51 > 0:03:56- What's the score going to be - tonight?
0:03:57 > 0:04:03- I think we'll win and Kanu and Bale - will score.
0:04:03 > 0:04:06- I think the score will - be 3-0 to Wales.
0:04:06 > 0:04:08- It'll be 3-2.
0:04:08 > 0:04:11- Whilst I'm in Aberystwyth...
0:04:11 > 0:04:15- ..Owain Gwynedd has been in Bangor - for the opening leg...
0:04:15 > 0:04:18- ..of the Race for the Language.
0:04:18 > 0:04:23- Our national football team are about - to play the most significant...
0:04:23 > 0:04:29- ..ninety minutes of football in the - sport's history in Wales.
0:04:29 > 0:04:34- The Welsh language has enjoyed - three weeks in the spotlight.
0:04:35 > 0:04:39- This week, thousands of people are - taking part in a special race...
0:04:40 > 0:04:43- ..across three days to promote - the language.
0:04:44 > 0:04:50- The race returns for the first time - since its launch back in 2014.
0:04:50 > 0:04:52- The language baton - will travel across Wales...
0:04:53 > 0:04:58- ..and take in 24 towns and villages - over three regions in three days...
0:04:58 > 0:05:01- ..and hopefully finish in Llandeilo.
0:05:01 > 0:05:06- Bangor was handed the honour - of launching the procession.
0:05:06 > 0:05:10- The idea came from the - Basque country and Brittany.
0:05:11 > 0:05:14- It was held in Ceredigion - two years ago.
0:05:16 > 0:05:20- People are having fun - - is that what it's all about?
0:05:21 > 0:05:26- It's about speaking Welsh - and having fun at the same time.
0:05:26 > 0:05:29- We've had great fun - and raised some money.
0:05:30 > 0:05:36- In September, we'll offer grants - to support Welsh activities.
0:05:36 > 0:05:40- I think it's important to hold - the race.
0:05:41 > 0:05:46- There are thousands of people out - representing Wales in Europe.
0:05:47 > 0:05:52- Ross, you're one of the learners - taking part - what motivated you?
0:05:52 > 0:05:58- I wanted to help and to - see everyone running this morning.
0:05:58 > 0:06:03- How important is it to you - that you've learnt Welsh?
0:06:03 > 0:06:08- It's very important as I have three - children who are fluent.
0:06:09 > 0:06:14- I want to be able to chat to people - locally and be part of the community
0:06:15 > 0:06:17- I like speaking Welsh.
0:06:18 > 0:06:22- We've reached Bethesda and completed - the second stage.
0:06:23 > 0:06:25- I'm already sweating pints!
0:06:26 > 0:06:31- I'll need a lot of luck to reach the - finishing line at Machynlleth.
0:06:34 > 0:06:37- # We won't stop - until we reach the end #
0:06:38 > 0:06:44- Tell us more about your song that - is blasted from the back of the van.
0:06:45 > 0:06:51- Sion asked me two years ago - to write a motivational anthem.
0:06:51 > 0:06:58- Hefin Ellis assisted with the music - and it's got plenty of oomph.
0:06:59 > 0:07:06- It's great to see young people - and children being pro-active.
0:07:06 > 0:07:10- People of Bethesda are out - and cheering us all on.
0:07:12 > 0:07:16- Plenty of support was given - to runners along the route.
0:07:17 > 0:07:21- Amongst them were the cast of - Rownd A Rownd and Mistar Urdd.
0:07:22 > 0:07:27- It's wonderful to see them - outside Ysgol Llanllechid.
0:07:27 > 0:07:33- It's imperative that they witness - our passion for the Welsh language.
0:07:34 > 0:07:37- It's also a week where - we're proud to be Welsh.
0:07:39 > 0:07:43- Math, did you enjoy running - around the town?
0:07:43 > 0:07:50- It was great and people were - cheering us on.
0:07:50 > 0:07:56- Deio, are you proud to speak Welsh - and wear that shirt today?
0:07:57 > 0:08:02- Yes, we live in Wales so it's - important to promote the language.
0:08:02 > 0:08:06- We've reached Llanrwst - with the language baton.
0:08:07 > 0:08:12- Several miles lie ahead of us - before we reach the finish line.
0:08:12 > 0:08:18- You'll find out tomorrow with Yvonne - if it's made it back to Aberystwyth.
0:08:25 > 0:08:30- Viewers of the Tour de France on S4C - will recognize the voice...
0:08:30 > 0:08:35- ..of the professional cyclist, - Griff Lewis...
0:08:36 > 0:08:44- ..as he's part - of the commentary team.
0:08:44 > 0:08:49- Are you enjoying it?
0:08:50 > 0:08:53- I am enjoying it immensely.
0:08:53 > 0:08:57- The racing is superb.
0:08:57 > 0:09:01- Every day is different.
0:09:01 > 0:09:03- Every day is different.
0:09:04 > 0:09:12- If I can't race myself, - I'm happy to commentate.
0:09:13 > 0:09:23- It does make me want to get back - on my bike.
0:09:24 > 0:09:31- I go for a bike ride each morning - and then again in the evening.
0:09:31 > 0:09:41- There are two Welshmen - in the Team Sky this year.
0:09:54 > 0:10:01- Luke is the captain so any - decisions are made through him.
0:10:01 > 0:10:10- He's just 26 years old - but very mature.
0:10:10 > 0:10:16- If Chris Frome has an accident, - Geraint Thomas is the plan B.
0:10:16 > 0:10:24- He is a very strong cyclist.
0:10:25 > 0:10:32- He did the mountain stage today - and had a great ride.
0:10:32 > 0:10:38- He should end up - in the top ten overall.
0:10:38 > 0:10:46- This is the biggest bike race - in the world.
0:10:47 > 0:10:51- I'm often asked - if I'll ever take part.
0:10:52 > 0:11:02- It's an incredible feat of strength.
0:11:03 > 0:11:08- We're lucky to have two Welshmen - taking part.
0:11:09 > 0:11:16- There is a third Welsh cyclist - looking promising for next year.
0:11:16 > 0:11:18- His name is Owain Doull.
0:11:28 > 0:11:32- Owain will join the team - after the Olympic Games.
0:11:32 > 0:11:41- We're breeding stars of the future.
0:11:42 > 0:11:47- The lads near an early night - tonight.
0:11:47 > 0:11:50- They are watching the football.
0:11:52 > 0:11:58- There won't be any drinks for - the cyclists after the race.
0:11:58 > 0:12:08- The cyclists do tweet a lot - and they like to switch off...
0:12:11 > 0:12:18- ..after a long race just to rest - and think of something else.
0:12:19 > 0:12:22- My money is on Chris Frome - to win this year.
0:12:23 > 0:12:25- Thank you.
0:12:25 > 0:12:28- Everyone's gone footie-mad!
0:12:28 > 0:12:34- Caernarfon has shifted their iconic - castle to the nearby football club.
0:12:35 > 0:12:41- And with kick-off 45 minutes away, - it's getting busier at Aberystwyth.
0:12:41 > 0:12:45- Welcome back - to the Fanzone in Aberystwyth.
0:12:46 > 0:12:53- We're counting down the hours to - the Wales v Portugal in Euro 2016.
0:12:53 > 0:12:58- We'll have more from the Fanzone - later in the programme.
0:12:58 > 0:13:02- First, let's hear some of your - messages for the Welsh team.
0:13:03 > 0:13:06- # Running away to come right back
0:13:06 > 0:13:08- # I'm running to Paris
0:13:09 > 0:13:12- # Running up and down, - I'm running to Paris
0:13:12 > 0:13:14- # Running away to come right back
0:13:17 > 0:13:19- # I'm running to Paris! #
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0:13:42 > 0:13:45- Welcome back to Heno.
0:13:46 > 0:13:50- Tonight, we're live - at the Fanzone in Aberystwyth...
0:13:50 > 0:13:54- ..ahead of tonight's semi-final - match in Euro 2016...
0:13:54 > 0:13:59- ..between Wales and Portugal.
0:13:59 > 0:14:05- Lowri Steffan is one of the - organizers of tonight's Fanzone.
0:14:05 > 0:14:13- This is the first time this Fanzone - has been set up.
0:14:13 > 0:14:19- A few of us come up with the same - idea so we used social media...
0:14:19 > 0:14:29- ..and three days later, - it's all set up!
0:14:31 > 0:14:37- It's at the rugby club as the - football club is being renovated.
0:14:37 > 0:14:41- It's great that the rugby club have - welcomed us in.
0:14:41 > 0:14:51- I'm joined by Emlyn Jones.
0:14:55 > 0:15:02- The local children wanted to go - to Cardiff but it was too far.
0:15:02 > 0:15:08- We decided to set something up - locally.
0:15:08 > 0:15:15- Owain Schiavone is an avid supporter - of the Welsh football team.
0:15:16 > 0:15:20- The hard-core fans - are all in France.
0:15:21 > 0:15:26- Some of us haven't been able to go.
0:15:26 > 0:15:31- I have seen four games - so that's not too bad.
0:15:32 > 0:15:40- This is a great way - to bring the community together.
0:15:40 > 0:15:49- We are all so proud of the team - and it's a great atmosphere.
0:15:49 > 0:15:59- The team has given us a real boost.
0:15:59 > 0:16:04- My son had no interest in football - but now they know all the names...
0:16:05 > 0:16:09- ..of the players in the team.
0:16:09 > 0:16:12- He and his friends are playing - football.
0:16:12 > 0:16:14- Back to you in Llanelli.
0:16:15 > 0:16:17- Thank you, Heledd.
0:16:18 > 0:16:22- We've just received a message from - the world's best rugby referee.
0:16:22 > 0:16:26- Yes, Nigel Owens has a special - message for the Welsh football team.
0:16:27 > 0:16:32- Good luck to Wales tonight and the - whole country is very proud of you.
0:16:32 > 0:16:37- I'll be watching in a jam-packed - club in Mynyddcerrig.
0:16:38 > 0:16:42- Football is on everyone's lips - in Wales this evening.
0:16:42 > 0:16:46- Fans at Caernarfon Football Club - asked a local artist...
0:16:46 > 0:16:51- ..to sketch an image of the town's - famous castle on the club's wall.
0:16:53 > 0:16:58- The committee decided that - our main hall needed decorating.
0:16:59 > 0:17:04- We'd worked with Ifor Bach before - on the wall of our television room.
0:17:07 > 0:17:12- I'd worked on the wall - of pictures of musicians...
0:17:12 > 0:17:19- ..and did the picture of the castle - and all the celebrities.
0:17:19 > 0:17:23- I did twelve sketches - of both A4 and A3 size.
0:17:24 > 0:17:28- I started at the end of April - and finished in late May.
0:17:30 > 0:17:35- It was a black wall so they painted - it white and I drew the castle...
0:17:36 > 0:17:40- ..and painted it using charcoal - and watercolour.
0:17:41 > 0:17:47- We're situated in Caernarfon and - Wales is doing well in the Euros...
0:17:47 > 0:17:53- ..so we thought Caernarfon Castle - was the ideal subject for the mural.
0:17:54 > 0:17:59- Those watching the entertainment on - Saturday night or any other night...
0:17:59 > 0:18:03- ..can see the castle - that is so close to our hearts.
0:18:04 > 0:18:09- The Wales team is doing well - and could reach the final...
0:18:09 > 0:18:14- ..so thought of doing a sketch - of the Welsh team of A6 size...
0:18:15 > 0:18:18- ..to hang on the wall - during each game.
0:18:19 > 0:18:23- I can go for two days - without touching a pencil...
0:18:23 > 0:18:27- ..but as soon as I pick it up, - I'll sketch every night...
0:18:28 > 0:18:31- ..after having a cuppa and a smoke.
0:18:32 > 0:18:33- I do it in my own time.
0:18:38 > 0:18:43- Don't forget to drop in to see - the mural if you're in the area.
0:18:43 > 0:18:48- The cyclist, Griff Lewis - has been my studio guest tonight.
0:18:49 > 0:18:59- Griff is part of S4C's commentary - team for the Tour de France.
0:19:01 > 0:19:08- You can enjoy coverage of the Tour - de France on S4C most afternoons.
0:19:08 > 0:19:18- Highlights of today's Tour de France - can be seen on S4C at 10.50pm.
0:19:20 > 0:19:30- It's hotting up now that they're in - the mountains.
0:19:34 > 0:19:39- Things are heating up for the - two Welshmen in Team SKY.
0:19:39 > 0:19:48- The mountain stages - make the race very exciting.
0:19:48 > 0:19:52- We'll see more of Geraint Thomas - and Chris Frome.
0:19:53 > 0:19:59- The Fanzone in Aberystwyth is packed - and we're counting down to kick-off.
0:20:00 > 0:20:03- Thanks to everyone - for contacting us today.
0:20:04 > 0:20:08- The last month has shown that Wales - has the best fans in the world.
0:20:09 > 0:20:13- Here are your messages and pictures - for the Wales team.
0:20:14 > 0:20:16- Enjoy the game and goodnight!
0:20:20 > 0:20:22- # And no portrait can compare... #
0:20:23 > 0:20:25- Good luck, Wales!
0:20:27 > 0:20:32- Good luck, Wales! - The best players play together.
0:20:32 > 0:20:35- Wales! Wales! Wales!
0:20:35 > 0:20:37- Good luck, Wales!
0:20:53 > 0:20:55- Good luck, Wales!
0:21:00 > 0:21:04- Good luck, Wales!
0:21:04 > 0:21:10- Good luck, Wales!
0:21:12 > 0:21:17- Come on, Wales!
0:21:20 > 0:21:24- Good luck, Wales!
0:21:24 > 0:21:28- Good luck, Wales!
0:21:30 > 0:21:32- Good luck, Wales!
0:21:33 > 0:21:34- Good luck, Wales!
0:21:34 > 0:21:36- Oggy! Oggy! Oggy!
0:21:36 > 0:21:38- Oggy! Oggy! Oggy!- - Oi! Oi! Oi!
0:21:39 > 0:21:41- Good luck, Wales!
0:21:42 > 0:21:49- Wales! Good luck, Wales!
0:21:49 > 0:21:51- Wales! Wales! Wales!
0:21:52 > 0:21:54- CHEERING
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