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0:00:20 > 0:00:21- Welcome to the show...
0:00:22 > 0:00:26- ..and congratulations to everyone - who completed the London Marathon.
0:00:26 > 0:00:29- If you were running, - walking, or even crawling...
0:00:29 > 0:00:31- ..hearty congratulations - to you all.
0:00:31 > 0:00:33- There were notable performances - by Welsh runners.
0:00:34 > 0:00:38- Josh Griffiths was the first Brit - in the men's race...
0:00:38 > 0:00:42- ..in his first marathon - representing Swansea Harriers.
0:00:42 > 0:00:44- He wasn't in the elite race.
0:00:45 > 0:00:48- He started the race - in the club runners' group!
0:00:49 > 0:00:54- Andy Davies, a former Caersws - football player, was the third Brit.
0:00:55 > 0:00:59- There's an interesting fact for you. - Here's what's on the way.
0:01:01 > 0:01:03- The Lions squad announcement.
0:01:03 > 0:01:06- All the reaction as Warren Gatland - announced the names...
0:01:07 > 0:01:10- ..of the players - heading to New Zealand this summer.
0:01:11 > 0:01:12- Who is the strongest Welshman?
0:01:13 > 0:01:15- That was the question - - for the men and the women...
0:01:16 > 0:01:18- ..in Cardiff - over the Easter weekend.
0:01:18 > 0:01:22- A change of sport - as we visit a new gym.
0:01:22 > 0:01:25- Clwb Ni visits - Bangor Gymnastics Club.
0:01:28 > 0:01:31- A chance to meet a rising star - of Welsh rugby.
0:01:31 > 0:01:33- From Leicester to Cardiff.
0:01:33 > 0:01:36- Blue is the colour - for Jack Roberts next season.
0:01:39 > 0:01:44- We'll be paying close attention - to the Lions tonight.
0:01:44 > 0:01:48- We're joined by BBC Cymru's - rugby correspondent Gareth Charles.
0:01:48 > 0:01:49- A warm welcome to you.
0:01:50 > 0:01:53- Preparing for another tour. - How many tours have you been on?
0:01:53 > 0:01:57- This is my sixth Lions' tour, - on top of my annual tour with Wales.
0:01:57 > 0:02:00- My first was in 1993 - to New Zealand.
0:02:00 > 0:02:04- I hope we can come full circle - with a victory this time.
0:02:04 > 0:02:09- It's going to be some tour. - Let's take a look at the squad.
0:02:09 > 0:02:14- After weeks of speculation, the - squad was announced last Wednesday.
0:02:14 > 0:02:18- Gareth was there, - the Clwb2 cameras were there too...
0:02:19 > 0:02:23- ..and the players heard - at the same time as everyone else.
0:02:23 > 0:02:26- Even the captain - was given little notice.
0:02:36 > 0:02:38- I found out last Thursday.
0:02:38 > 0:02:40- I was in a supermarket car park.
0:02:41 > 0:02:43- My wife was getting - some bread and milk.
0:02:44 > 0:02:47- I didn't want to go in - because the cashier loves rugby.
0:02:47 > 0:02:50- I think I hung up on Gats - the first time.
0:02:50 > 0:02:53- I thought one of the boys - was messing around.
0:02:53 > 0:02:57- I've had it every day for three - week, boys constantly asking me.
0:02:57 > 0:03:00- I didn't know. - He asked me last Thursday afternoon.
0:03:02 > 0:03:06- One of the things I admire - about Sam, not just as a player...
0:03:07 > 0:03:08- ..is him as a person.
0:03:08 > 0:03:13- His greatest quality is - it's not about Sam Warburton...
0:03:13 > 0:03:16- ..it's about the team - and putting the team first.
0:03:17 > 0:03:21- The biggest compliment to him - is what a good individual he is...
0:03:21 > 0:03:23- ..and what a good person he is.
0:03:23 > 0:03:28- You need a seven that can go to the - southern hemisphere to compete...
0:03:29 > 0:03:32- ..and compete - with the ability at the breakdown.
0:03:33 > 0:03:35- He has the ability to do that.
0:03:35 > 0:03:39- Again, they see him as being - as good as McCaw at the breakdown...
0:03:39 > 0:03:42- ..and Pocock as well.
0:03:42 > 0:03:46- People are wondering - why I wasn't the Welsh captain...
0:03:47 > 0:03:48- ..and now I'm Lions captain.
0:03:49 > 0:03:52- It all goes back to making sure - you're playing well.
0:03:52 > 0:03:55- Since the Six Nations, - I'm pleased with my form.
0:03:55 > 0:03:58- I said yes to the captaincy...
0:03:58 > 0:04:01- ..because I know - I can look after the performance.
0:04:01 > 0:04:06- When they asked this time around, I - was in a good place with my form...
0:04:06 > 0:04:10- ..the way my body feels, - it was an easy decision to say yes.
0:04:12 > 0:04:15- There's no doubt - it's an incredibly tough tour.
0:04:15 > 0:04:19- I heard someone say the other day - when a Kiwi was asked...
0:04:19 > 0:04:23- ..if they thought the All Blacks - would win the series 3-0...
0:04:24 > 0:04:27- ..they didn't want to win it 3-0, - they wanted to win it 10-0.
0:04:27 > 0:04:30- That fires myself up...
0:04:30 > 0:04:34- ..and hopefully - gives the players and the team...
0:04:34 > 0:04:38- ..the motivation - to go out there and perform.
0:04:38 > 0:04:43- We've got some work to do in terms - of building some bridges from 2005.
0:04:45 > 0:04:50- We have some community events - in schools and hospitals.
0:04:50 > 0:04:54- If we can do that - and play some positive rugby...
0:04:54 > 0:04:57- ..win over the New Zealand public...
0:04:57 > 0:05:01- ..and hopefully the rugby - will do the talking...
0:05:01 > 0:05:03- ..and we'll have a great series.
0:05:08 > 0:05:11- The announcement was made.
0:05:11 > 0:05:14- Before we talk about the squad...
0:05:14 > 0:05:19- ..Gatland talked about building - bridges - what happened in 2005?
0:05:19 > 0:05:23- It was a disastrous tour - for the Lions under Clive Woodward.
0:05:23 > 0:05:26- Alastair Campbell - was his press officer.
0:05:26 > 0:05:29- He was a constant presence - in the background.
0:05:29 > 0:05:32- They did very little - off the pitch...
0:05:32 > 0:05:37- ..and Brian O'Driscoll - was injured in the First Test.
0:05:38 > 0:05:41- A spear tackle coming in - from Tana Umaga and Keven Mealamu.
0:05:42 > 0:05:45- Sir Clive called a press conference - at midnight...
0:05:45 > 0:05:47- ..to complain about the tackle.
0:05:47 > 0:05:50- He made no friends whatsoever - out there.
0:05:51 > 0:05:55- The important stats - 16 Englishmen, - 12 from Wales, 11 from Ireland...
0:05:55 > 0:05:57- ..only two from Scotland.
0:05:57 > 0:06:01- There are only two from Pontcanna! - Poor Scots.
0:06:01 > 0:06:04- A good choice? - A controversial choice?
0:06:05 > 0:06:08- It's a strong squad. - Wales are lucky to have 12 in there.
0:06:08 > 0:06:11- Scotland are unlucky - just to have two.
0:06:11 > 0:06:14- When you read the names, - they all have a convincing case.
0:06:14 > 0:06:17- Joe Launchbury isn't in the squad...
0:06:17 > 0:06:19- ..and a lot of big names - have lost out.
0:06:20 > 0:06:24- It's a strong squad - with a number of versatile players.
0:06:25 > 0:06:27- You have centres - who can play on the wing...
0:06:27 > 0:06:31- ..wingers who can play full-back, - second rows who can play back row.
0:06:31 > 0:06:34- That element of versatility - is very important.
0:06:34 > 0:06:39- Injuries will take their toll and - it'll be a very difficult tour...
0:06:39 > 0:06:42- ..but this is the strongest squad - I can remember.
0:06:42 > 0:06:45- 41 players is more than expected.
0:06:45 > 0:06:48- They usually have - nine replacements on tour...
0:06:49 > 0:06:51- ..so they're taking some already.
0:06:51 > 0:06:55- What about the rumours about - the squad before the announcement?
0:06:56 > 0:06:59- There was a story that - Jamie Roberts would be included.
0:06:59 > 0:07:00- It was all fake news.
0:07:01 > 0:07:05- Fake news has appeared everywhere - else, it's reached rugby now.
0:07:05 > 0:07:10- The first was that Launchbury, - Ford and Joseph would be left out.
0:07:10 > 0:07:13- Then we heard Jamie Roberts - was going.
0:07:13 > 0:07:17- As it happened, Jamie lost out - and Jonathan Joseph was chosen.
0:07:17 > 0:07:23- England were announcing their squad - the following day to face Australia.
0:07:23 > 0:07:28- The rumours may have come from - there, who was being released?
0:07:29 > 0:07:32- Warren Gatland was smiling - on Wednesday morning.
0:07:32 > 0:07:35- He felt he'd got the better - of the press...
0:07:35 > 0:07:39- ..because of all the fake news - that had appeared.
0:07:39 > 0:07:40- He was very happy with that.
0:07:41 > 0:07:44- People will be more careful - with what they report in the future.
0:07:45 > 0:07:49- We'll hear from Gwyn Jones in a - moment, his thoughts on the tactics.
0:07:49 > 0:07:53- An interesting response from - New Zealand, rather disparaging.
0:07:54 > 0:07:56- Steve Hansen - has talked about Warrenball.
0:07:57 > 0:07:59- Are you expecting - to see that in New Zealand?
0:08:00 > 0:08:03- They're confident in New Zealand, - they think they're the best.
0:08:03 > 0:08:05- It doesn't matter what you do.
0:08:06 > 0:08:09- Hansen claims that Gatland - only has one gameplan.
0:08:09 > 0:08:14- It was noted that they have to score - points, they have to score tries.
0:08:14 > 0:08:18- Howley told Sexton in Australia - two years ago...
0:08:18 > 0:08:22- ..that the Lions had to score - two tries to win.
0:08:22 > 0:08:24- Two tries won't beat New Zealand.
0:08:24 > 0:08:27- The Lions' gameplan - will be based on power...
0:08:27 > 0:08:31- ..but they know - that the way the All Blacks play...
0:08:31 > 0:08:33- ..the Lions - will have to score tries.
0:08:34 > 0:08:35- We'll wait and see how.
0:08:35 > 0:08:39- We'll be listening and watching. - It's so interesting.
0:08:39 > 0:08:44- It's going to be a huge challenge. - Let's hear more reaction.
0:08:44 > 0:08:49- We spoke to former Wales captain, - and S4C commentator, Gwyn Jones.
0:08:52 > 0:08:57- I think the first thing that strikes - you is the strength of the squad.
0:08:57 > 0:09:01- It's the strongest in decades, - almost since the 1970s.
0:09:01 > 0:09:02- I'd agree with that.
0:09:02 > 0:09:05- There's depth - in almost every position.
0:09:06 > 0:09:09- Maybe not so in terms - of the full-back and hooker...
0:09:09 > 0:09:11- ..they're the weakest positions.
0:09:11 > 0:09:17- In general, even with injuries, - Gatland can pick a strong side.
0:09:20 > 0:09:24- They're now Lions, not players - from individual countries.
0:09:24 > 0:09:29- The Scottish can feel aggrieved - that they're under-represented.
0:09:29 > 0:09:33- They beat Wales and Ireland - at home this year.
0:09:33 > 0:09:36- It doesn't matter - where they come from...
0:09:36 > 0:09:41- ..and I don't think - that influenced Warren Gatland.
0:09:41 > 0:09:46- He's chosen the best players. - That's what everyone wants.
0:09:46 > 0:09:51- He places a lot of emphasis - on competitive personalities...
0:09:51 > 0:09:53- ..players that never give up.
0:09:53 > 0:09:55- Biggar is one such player.
0:09:55 > 0:10:01- Some players fall to pieces - away from home under pressure.
0:10:01 > 0:10:04- That counts against them.
0:10:04 > 0:10:07- That's why few Scottish players - were chosen.
0:10:10 > 0:10:13- Gatland has huge respect - for Sam Warburton, always has.
0:10:13 > 0:10:17- I think Gatland knew from the minute - he was offered the job...
0:10:17 > 0:10:19- ..who would be his captain.
0:10:19 > 0:10:24- Against the All Blacks, - where maybe they're weak at 7...
0:10:24 > 0:10:28- ..I don't think Sam Cane - is as good as Richie McCaw...
0:10:29 > 0:10:33- ..Sam Warburton can be influential - in the tackle area.
0:10:33 > 0:10:36- He is respected by everyone - for his professionality.
0:10:37 > 0:10:40- He's a great ambassador - off the pitch.
0:10:40 > 0:10:46- For all those reasons, - he was guaranteed of his place.
0:10:49 > 0:10:54- Warren Gatland has the resources - to play whichever game he wants.
0:10:55 > 0:10:59- I'm sure he'll revert to Warrenball - for the Lions.
0:10:59 > 0:11:02- The game will be based - on a strong defence...
0:11:03 > 0:11:05- ..kicking the ball downfield...
0:11:06 > 0:11:09- ..with the forwards and centres - carrying the ball strongly.
0:11:10 > 0:11:12- It'll be interesting to see - if Gatland's plan...
0:11:12 > 0:11:14- ..can overcome the Kiwis.
0:11:17 > 0:11:19- I still have the All Blacks - as favourites.
0:11:19 > 0:11:22- Two tests will be played - at Eden Park.
0:11:22 > 0:11:27- The All Blacks play the Lions - once in a generation.
0:11:27 > 0:11:29- They've won - the last two World Cups...
0:11:30 > 0:11:34- ..but this will still be - a highlight in their careers.
0:11:34 > 0:11:36- They'll be right up for this task.
0:11:37 > 0:11:40- The rugby they play, - the style they play...
0:11:40 > 0:11:42- ..the standard of the skills...
0:11:42 > 0:11:46- ..I think they will ultimately - be too strong.
0:11:47 > 0:11:52- I wouldn't be surprised - if the three tests are very close.
0:11:53 > 0:11:57- It's going to be very interesting.
0:11:57 > 0:12:03- We know that the tour is important, - it's an honour to be a Lion.
0:12:03 > 0:12:08- It's also a huge tour for the - New Zealanders, taking on the Lions.
0:12:08 > 0:12:13- It's incredible. For the Lions, - it comes around every four years.
0:12:13 > 0:12:16- For the All Blacks, - once every 12 years.
0:12:16 > 0:12:20- That's the only chance they get. - You'll only face the Lions once.
0:12:20 > 0:12:24- That how much it means. It's - a rugby country for everyone there.
0:12:24 > 0:12:30- Everyone knows something about - rugby and there will be pressure.
0:12:30 > 0:12:34- That might be another reason - Warburton was chosen as captain.
0:12:35 > 0:12:36- He can deal with that.
0:12:36 > 0:12:41- He can deal with people, - he can deal with all the questions.
0:12:41 > 0:12:44- Whatever the headlines, - it won't bother him at all.
0:12:44 > 0:12:46- He won't lose his head at all.
0:12:46 > 0:12:50- You need to be a diplomat - off the pitch and a player on it.
0:12:50 > 0:12:55- He's only the second player - to lead successive tours.
0:12:55 > 0:12:58- Let's take a look at the itinerary.
0:12:58 > 0:13:03- It will be a ferocious tour, - with three difficult tests...
0:13:03 > 0:13:07- ..three in three weeks - - that's bound to hurt.
0:13:07 > 0:13:11- It's an insane timetable - - who came up with it?
0:13:11 > 0:13:16- Three tests, five provinces who - are playing well at the moment...
0:13:16 > 0:13:19- ..and a game against the Maoris.
0:13:19 > 0:13:22- Ten matches, - all live on Radio Cymru.
0:13:22 > 0:13:26- Lots of travelling - between the venues.
0:13:26 > 0:13:28- There will be so much pressure.
0:13:29 > 0:13:31- There's also a game - before the Second Test.
0:13:31 > 0:13:37- Gatland will need to choose his test - team and a midweek team very early.
0:13:37 > 0:13:40- Everyone will have - a chance initially...
0:13:40 > 0:13:44- ..but there are very few games - to see if the combinations work.
0:13:44 > 0:13:48- Who plays well together? There's - very little preparation time.
0:13:48 > 0:13:51- They fly on Monday, - they arrive on Wednesday...
0:13:51 > 0:13:53- ..the first game is Saturday.
0:13:53 > 0:13:55- Their feet won't touch the ground.
0:13:55 > 0:13:59- That gives New Zealand - a distinct advantage.
0:13:59 > 0:14:03- Steve Hansen will release players - from the national squad...
0:14:03 > 0:14:05- ..to play for their provinces.
0:14:05 > 0:14:09- It's the strongest squad but - it's also the most difficult tour...
0:14:09 > 0:14:11- ..against the reigning - World Champions.
0:14:12 > 0:14:16- They have to hit the ground running. - I know you're excited about it.
0:14:17 > 0:14:20- We'll speak more about rugby - later in the programme.
0:14:20 > 0:14:25- It's time for a break and - a change of sport when we return.
0:14:26 > 0:14:31- Who is the strongest Welshman, - and Welsh woman?
0:14:31 > 0:14:35- The answer came from a competition - held in Cardiff recently.
0:14:36 > 0:14:37- Find out after the break.
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0:14:52 > 0:14:53- Welcome back.
0:14:53 > 0:14:56- You've heard the phrase - sun's out, guns out.
0:14:56 > 0:14:58- Gareth Charles certainly has!
0:14:58 > 0:15:02- He was showing his off - in Caernarfon this morning.
0:15:02 > 0:15:06- The big guns were out in Cardiff for - the strongest Welshman competition.
0:15:07 > 0:15:11- Before the competition, we met the - organiser who was also competing.
0:15:11 > 0:15:16- Gareth Williams to his mother, but - Gaz Hench to the world of muscles.
0:15:30 > 0:15:35- It started about five years ago.
0:15:37 > 0:15:42- I had a nervous breakdown.
0:15:42 > 0:15:46- I started running - but running proved too hard.
0:15:48 > 0:15:51- I got back into the habit - of going to the gym.
0:15:51 > 0:15:57- The more weight I lifted - the calmer I became.
0:15:57 > 0:16:00- I carried on and enjoyed it.
0:16:05 > 0:16:08- When it goes well it's pleasurable. - When it doesn't it's sheer pain.
0:16:09 > 0:16:14- Pains in the ankles, - the hips, the shoulders.
0:16:15 > 0:16:18- You can be sore - the day after training.
0:16:18 > 0:16:22- Even when you don't want to train - you have to embrace the pain.
0:16:23 > 0:16:29- Embracing the pain - can sometimes be pleasurable.
0:16:33 > 0:16:36- You have to be a bit nuts.
0:16:36 > 0:16:41- I'd say 90% of it is mental.
0:16:42 > 0:16:44- You have to eat every two hours.
0:16:45 > 0:16:47- You have to drink - 5-6 litres of water.
0:16:48 > 0:16:51- You wake up in - the middle of the night hungry.
0:16:51 > 0:16:55- You have to force yourself to eat.
0:17:00 > 0:17:03- It's a lonely sport.
0:17:05 > 0:17:07- Most of us are insecure.
0:17:08 > 0:17:13- You need to prove that you are - the strongest of them all.
0:17:14 > 0:17:17- If someone can do it better than you - that eats at you.
0:17:17 > 0:17:22- You have to overcome the fear and - work harder and harder and harder.
0:17:27 > 0:17:31- Your strongman career starts - the first time you enter the gym.
0:17:32 > 0:17:38- Every second of every day you have - to live the life of a strongman.
0:17:39 > 0:17:42- 24/7, 368 days a year.
0:17:45 > 0:17:47- You have to be selfish.
0:17:49 > 0:17:51- Being a father of three - makes that difficult.
0:17:52 > 0:17:55- You have to do it - if you want to hit the heights.
0:18:00 > 0:18:03- While most people were resting and - relaxing over the Easter weekend...
0:18:03 > 0:18:07- ..there was a crew of men and women - in Cardiff preparing to push...
0:18:07 > 0:18:10- ..the extremes - of physical capability.
0:18:15 > 0:18:21- First up were the women - in the 63kg and 82kg categories.
0:18:23 > 0:18:26- Five different disciplines - that encapsulated...
0:18:27 > 0:18:31- ..lifting, carrying, throwing - and moving unthinkable weights.
0:18:32 > 0:18:35- Natalie Roberts - shone in the under 63kg category.
0:18:35 > 0:18:40- She broke the Welsh record - in the deadlift - 152.5 kilos.
0:18:41 > 0:18:44- It looked easy - for the woman from Barry.
0:18:47 > 0:18:51- Despite the best efforts of - Connie Middleman from North Wales...
0:18:51 > 0:18:55- ..and Nat O'Shea from South Wales - in the under 83kg category...
0:18:55 > 0:18:59- ..Ceris Moyle from Newcastle Emlyn - dominated the competition.
0:18:59 > 0:19:02- She was way too powerful with - the blocks and the Atlas Stones.
0:19:07 > 0:19:10- The first cups of the day - for Natalie and Ceris then...
0:19:10 > 0:19:13- ..with everyone delighted - with their efforts.
0:19:13 > 0:19:17- I really enjoyed how hard it was. - The other girls made it a challenge.
0:19:18 > 0:19:20- I'm happy I won it.
0:19:20 > 0:19:23- We help each other - and there's a good atmosphere.
0:19:24 > 0:19:27- We're off to the British - Championships as the Welsh team.
0:19:28 > 0:19:31- I was really nervous - in my first ever competition.
0:19:31 > 0:19:34- I threw myself in at the deep end.
0:19:34 > 0:19:36- All the girls - gave me so much support.
0:19:37 > 0:19:39- Absolutely fantastic.
0:19:39 > 0:19:44- Fantastic. I feel like Wonderwoman, - as if I could lift anything.
0:19:45 > 0:19:47- I started out because - I wanted to lose weight.
0:19:48 > 0:19:50- I'm now trying to lift - the weights instead.
0:19:50 > 0:19:52- It's something different - I love to do.
0:19:53 > 0:19:55- I feel amazing - having smashed my personal best.
0:19:56 > 0:19:59- I've smashed by personal goals.
0:20:01 > 0:20:04- Next up were the men - in the under 105kg category.
0:20:04 > 0:20:06- There were five of them.
0:20:09 > 0:20:13- In the end it was a two-horse race - between pals from the same stable.
0:20:14 > 0:20:18- Natalie Roberts' partner - Nathan Szuchnik and Jared Lewis...
0:20:18 > 0:20:20- ..faced off in six torturous events.
0:20:21 > 0:20:25- That included the Conan Wheel - which weighed 260 kilos.
0:20:30 > 0:20:33- Nathan eventually won - ensuring a place...
0:20:33 > 0:20:37- ..in the British, - European and World Championships.
0:20:39 > 0:20:42- It also meant a - double celebration for the family.
0:20:44 > 0:20:47- It makes it easier because - we can do train together.
0:20:47 > 0:20:48- It makes life easier.
0:20:49 > 0:20:52- Apart from when we both get hungry. - That's dangerous.
0:20:56 > 0:20:58- Wales' strongest couple. - It's official.
0:20:59 > 0:21:03- On the second day - the lighter men fought it out.
0:21:03 > 0:21:06- Lighter maybe, but just as strong.
0:21:07 > 0:21:11- Despite all the commitment - in the Under 80kg category...
0:21:11 > 0:21:15- ..it was clear that Thumpa Todd - from Swansea was the main man.
0:21:16 > 0:21:19- Gwyn James was second - with Matt Bayliss third.
0:21:20 > 0:21:22- In the under 90kg category...
0:21:22 > 0:21:26- ..several competitors like - Tyrone Jones made an impression.
0:21:26 > 0:21:29- James Noble was pleased - with his efforts in the squat.
0:21:36 > 0:21:40- The category was dominated - by Calum Evans from Llanelli.
0:21:40 > 0:21:44- He gave it 110% of his effort.
0:21:47 > 0:21:51- There were 15 muscled giants - entered in the open category.
0:21:52 > 0:21:56- A couple of new faces wanted - to make an immediate impression.
0:21:58 > 0:22:03- Rob Cooney goes back - for his second 100kg bag.
0:22:03 > 0:22:07- It's his first time - in this competition.
0:22:07 > 0:22:13- He's pretty quick - but the final two bags are 125kg.
0:22:18 > 0:22:22- That's slowed him down.
0:22:22 > 0:22:27- You need technique and strength - to go with the speed.
0:22:27 > 0:22:29- 15 metres from the line.
0:22:29 > 0:22:35- The strain is clear - but he is really quick.
0:22:35 > 0:22:39- 43.08 seconds gives him the lead.
0:22:45 > 0:22:49- With so much effort being expended - it was painful just watching.
0:22:55 > 0:22:58- Hywel Owen-Thomas from St Clears...
0:22:59 > 0:23:04- ..certainly enjoyed flinging - beer barrels over a 3.5 metre bar.
0:23:10 > 0:23:12- It was a furious battle - at the top...
0:23:12 > 0:23:15- ..with Mark Jeanes - trying to hang to his title.
0:23:15 > 0:23:20- Ben Badger Brunning from Bala - was his greatest challenger.
0:23:22 > 0:23:26- The frame walk was crucial.
0:23:26 > 0:23:29- Mark Jeanes, - the current champion from Bridgend.
0:23:29 > 0:23:33- He needs a win - to put pressure on Ben Brunning.
0:23:33 > 0:23:39- There's 340kg on the frame. - It's a 20-metre course.
0:23:40 > 0:23:42- The time is 12.3 seconds.
0:23:45 > 0:23:48- How will Ben Badger Brunning react?
0:23:48 > 0:23:51- 12.3 seconds is the target.
0:23:51 > 0:23:54- He lives in Bala - but comes from Harwich.
0:23:54 > 0:23:58- He's really quick. 10.77 seconds.
0:23:59 > 0:24:02- He's smashed the time of Jeanes. - He's really happy about that.
0:24:03 > 0:24:06- The Badger from Bala has won - Wales' Strongest Man for 2017.
0:24:06 > 0:24:09- There are so many - strong people here today.
0:24:09 > 0:24:13- It's amazing that I won.
0:24:13 > 0:24:16- It was tight all the way. - I messed up a few yesterday.
0:24:16 > 0:24:18- It didn't cost me - so I was happy with that.
0:24:19 > 0:24:21- I was a different person today.
0:24:21 > 0:24:23- I had to do well to win.
0:24:23 > 0:24:27- It's all about - wanting to improve on last year.
0:24:27 > 0:24:32- I came second to Mark and all year - I've been wanting to beat him.
0:24:33 > 0:24:36- The year before I was third so - I didn't want to stall at second.
0:24:36 > 0:24:39- Getting the win - was my target all year.
0:24:39 > 0:24:43- I'm disappointed.
0:24:43 > 0:24:45- I didn't perform as I expected.
0:24:45 > 0:24:48- Back to the drawing board - for next year.
0:24:49 > 0:24:52- I've come fourth - but I wanted to win.
0:24:54 > 0:24:57- I've walked away uninjured - so I'm happy with that.
0:24:57 > 0:25:02- Every year it gets tougher - and heavier and quicker.
0:25:02 > 0:25:07- You always have to start afresh.
0:25:07 > 0:25:12- They have to iron out any weaknesses - and improve for the next year.
0:25:13 > 0:25:18- You eat, work and sleep it. - It's all about preparation.
0:25:18 > 0:25:22- It takes over your life.
0:25:23 > 0:25:27- Your girlfriend and your family - have to come to terms with it too.
0:25:28 > 0:25:31- I'm a 21-stone baby.
0:25:31 > 0:25:33- They cope with a lot.
0:25:34 > 0:25:38- When I get home, I'll get a load of - food to chill out in front of a TV.
0:25:39 > 0:25:42- When I've recovered - I might celebrate.
0:25:43 > 0:25:45- A pint, definitely.
0:25:45 > 0:25:51- McDonalds, KFC, Burger King, Pizza - Hut, Chinese, kebabs, you name it.
0:25:52 > 0:25:55- I see strongman competition - like a circus.
0:25:56 > 0:26:00- Doing silly things - to entertain a crowd.
0:26:00 > 0:26:01- Love it.
0:26:06 > 0:26:09- Absolutely brilliant. - Congratulations to them all.
0:26:10 > 0:26:12- You don't want - to think about a 21st baby!
0:26:12 > 0:26:16- Should they go on the Lions' tour?
0:26:16 > 0:26:19- They can shift for their size.
0:26:19 > 0:26:23- I've had to get used to rugby - players shifting metal at gyms.
0:26:23 > 0:26:26- Not like that though. - They might have a future.
0:26:26 > 0:26:29- Shifting metal, I like it.
0:26:29 > 0:26:34- Clwb Ni is next. - We stay in a gym but change sports.
0:26:34 > 0:26:36- It's a brand-new gym...
0:26:36 > 0:26:40- ..here's Bangor Gymnastics Club.
0:26:44 > 0:26:46- Welcome to Bangor Gymnastics Club.
0:26:46 > 0:26:49- It's been going since 1981.
0:26:49 > 0:26:52- We only moved here - a couple of weeks ago.
0:26:53 > 0:26:56- There's still - a bit of work going on.
0:26:56 > 0:27:01- It's all nearly ready and - the kids are in training already.
0:27:04 > 0:27:07- We have just over 750 members.
0:27:07 > 0:27:12- Boys and girls. We also - have classes for the disabled.
0:27:12 > 0:27:16- Adults also come here - for classes in the evening.
0:27:18 > 0:27:20- We're one big family as a club.
0:27:20 > 0:27:25- We've all been helping each other - as the club moved to the new site.
0:27:25 > 0:27:26- This is fantastic.
0:27:27 > 0:27:31- On the first day I came here - after all the hard work...
0:27:31 > 0:27:34- ..of getting everything - ready to make the move...
0:27:35 > 0:27:39- ..the smiles on the children's faces - brought tears to my eyes.
0:27:39 > 0:27:42- I coach for six hours every week.
0:27:43 > 0:27:48- We do courses for adults too. - I'll be trying one of them tonight.
0:27:53 > 0:27:58- We'll have - the biggest foam pit in Wales.
0:27:58 > 0:28:02- We work hard to try and get our - boys and girls to a high standard.
0:28:02 > 0:28:05- We've got another two girls - into the Welsh Development Squad.
0:28:05 > 0:28:09- There aren't many clubs in - North Wales that can boast that.
0:28:09 > 0:28:10- It's tough to get in.
0:28:10 > 0:28:14- Imagine all the little girls - doing gymnastics across Wales.
0:28:14 > 0:28:18- I come here - for two hours every week.
0:28:18 > 0:28:23- I like all the new stuff. - The cross-check is very bouncy.
0:28:23 > 0:28:28- It allows us to learn new skills. - I've learnt five new ones.
0:28:28 > 0:28:34- When you master something new - you run and ring the bell.
0:28:35 > 0:28:42- Everyone goes quiet and - you show them what you've learned.
0:28:42 > 0:28:47- You've learned a new skill - and everyone is happy for you.
0:28:47 > 0:28:49- You're really happy about that.
0:28:52 > 0:28:55- I like learning new skills.
0:28:55 > 0:28:58- Falling into the foam pits - is good fun.
0:28:58 > 0:29:04- I'd like to be an Olympian - and a gymnastics coach.
0:29:07 > 0:29:11- As directors we are all - passionate about gymnastics.
0:29:11 > 0:29:13- We want to get - more children taking part.
0:29:13 > 0:29:16- Not everyone will be - a Louis Smith or Beth Tweddle.
0:29:16 > 0:29:18- However, it helps kids keep fit...
0:29:19 > 0:29:23- ..something they can enjoy safely - where they can make new friends.
0:29:23 > 0:29:25- Gymnastics is for everyone.
0:29:38 > 0:29:42- Lovely to meet Bangor - Gymnastics Club in their new home.
0:29:42 > 0:29:44- It's time for a break now.
0:29:44 > 0:29:49- When we return we'll meet one of - the new stars of the Cardiff Blues.
0:29:49 > 0:29:53- Jack Roberts has been shining - for Leicester this season.
0:29:54 > 0:29:57- He's heading back to Wales - to join the Cardiff Blues.
0:29:58 > 0:30:00- We'll meet him after the break.
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0:30:14 > 0:30:17- Welcome back. Football is next.
0:30:17 > 0:30:21- Swansea and Newport both won - crucial matches this weekend.
0:30:22 > 0:30:26- Swansea remain in the relegation - zone, two points from safety.
0:30:27 > 0:30:30- Newport are out - of the relegation zone...
0:30:30 > 0:30:34- ..for the first time since November - with two games left to play.
0:30:35 > 0:30:39- What about Wrexham? Unofficially, - their season finished weeks ago!
0:30:39 > 0:30:44- Yesterday saw their last home game - against Dagenham & Redbridge.
0:30:51 > 0:30:55- Leo Smith, loses out to Robson.
0:30:56 > 0:31:00- Luke Howell, a beautiful pass - into the path of Maguire-Drew.
0:31:00 > 0:31:03- Maguire-Drew with the cross - into the middle.
0:31:03 > 0:31:07- Paul Benson puts - Dagenham & Redbridge ahead...
0:31:07 > 0:31:09- ..halfway through the first half.
0:31:10 > 0:31:13- The on-loan player from Brighton - with the cross...
0:31:13 > 0:31:15- ..and Benson - found the back of the net.
0:31:17 > 0:31:19- Andre Boucaud, - from Trinidad & Tobago.
0:31:20 > 0:31:23- A lovely pass to Benson. - Benson sets it up for Howell.
0:31:24 > 0:31:27- The goalkeeper - was rooted to the spot...
0:31:27 > 0:31:29- ..as the shot grazed the post.
0:31:30 > 0:31:33- Benson, full of energy, - full of ideas.
0:31:33 > 0:31:37- Iffy Allen can't intercept the pass.
0:31:37 > 0:31:38- Out to Corey Whitely.
0:31:38 > 0:31:40- Whitely beats Allen.
0:31:41 > 0:31:42- The shot.
0:31:42 > 0:31:45- An important save by Shwan Jalal...
0:31:45 > 0:31:49- ..the Wrexham keeper, - originally from Baghdad.
0:31:50 > 0:31:53- Carrington the captain driving on.
0:31:53 > 0:31:55- White. Massanka.
0:31:55 > 0:31:58- Some space for Allen.
0:31:58 > 0:32:01- Allen. McLeod on the far post.
0:32:01 > 0:32:05- That's the closest - Wrexham have come this afternoon...
0:32:05 > 0:32:08- ..in their final home game - of the season.
0:32:10 > 0:32:12- The header reaches Luke Guttridge.
0:32:12 > 0:32:16- Benson, too strong. - A wonderful flick to Guttridge.
0:32:16 > 0:32:19- That move deserved a goal.
0:32:22 > 0:32:24- Guttridge.
0:32:24 > 0:32:27- To the feet of Elliott Romain.
0:32:27 > 0:32:29- Howell, Guttridge.
0:32:29 > 0:32:31- Whitely in acres of space.
0:32:31 > 0:32:34- He shoots into the kop.
0:32:34 > 0:32:37- It should be 2-0 - to the team from Essex.
0:32:40 > 0:32:43- Disappointed not to get anything - out of this game?
0:32:43 > 0:32:48- Yeah, but disappointed with - the season for the football club.
0:32:49 > 0:32:52- No doubt about it. Wrexham's season - finishes in Eastleigh next week.
0:32:52 > 0:32:55- Dagenham & Redbridge - are in the play-off games.
0:32:55 > 0:32:57- Congratulations to promoted Lincoln.
0:33:01 > 0:33:02- That's the soccer.
0:33:02 > 0:33:05- Back to the rugby and - we've discussed the Lions.
0:33:05 > 0:33:08- 12 Welshmen in the squad.
0:33:08 > 0:33:14- Next we meet a Welsh rugby player - who isn't quite as famous yet.
0:33:15 > 0:33:18- He's built his career in England.
0:33:18 > 0:33:23- That changes now as Jack Roberts - moves to Cardiff from Leicester.
0:33:27 > 0:33:31- I started playing when I was seven - or eight at Clwb Rygbi Pwllheli.
0:33:31 > 0:33:34- It was near to home.
0:33:34 > 0:33:39- I just enjoyed playing the game but - at 16 I moved to Llandovery College.
0:33:41 > 0:33:45- That's when I started - thinking about it as a career.
0:33:50 > 0:33:53- Rotherham offered me a contract.
0:33:54 > 0:33:57- It coincided with me ending college - so there was no reason to stop me.
0:33:58 > 0:34:01- I wanted to play - for the Welsh regions...
0:34:01 > 0:34:05- ..but when that didn't look like - happening I headed for England.
0:34:07 > 0:34:11- Players move in England from - the Championship to the Premiership.
0:34:12 > 0:34:13- That helped me decide.
0:34:15 > 0:34:20- There was a phone call - that said Leicester wanted me.
0:34:20 > 0:34:22- That was a no-brainer.
0:34:23 > 0:34:29- Leicester had an injury crisis - and they needed players right away.
0:34:30 > 0:34:34- I was shocked but I took the chance.
0:34:35 > 0:34:38- I settled in really quickly.
0:34:38 > 0:34:41- People were good to me. - I've made good friends.
0:34:42 > 0:34:47- I'm happy to have played - an unexpected number of games.
0:34:50 > 0:34:54- The chance came - to play for Cardiff Blues.
0:34:55 > 0:34:58- It's the perfect time to come back.
0:35:01 > 0:35:06- A team of the Blues' size - need to be in the Champions' Cup.
0:35:07 > 0:35:09- It's a team that's - developed a lot this season.
0:35:10 > 0:35:13- The new coaches and the players - in place suggest to me...
0:35:14 > 0:35:17- ..that it's a good place - to be moving to right now.
0:35:19 > 0:35:21- We all dream about - playing for Wales.
0:35:21 > 0:35:22- I want that too.
0:35:23 > 0:35:28- It's a dream to play for Wales - and going back there won't hurt.
0:35:29 > 0:35:33- That's the dream but I'll be - concentrating on the Cardiff Blues.
0:35:34 > 0:35:39- I need a regular place in the Blues' - team before I can hope for any more.
0:35:41 > 0:35:43- I hope it goes well - and I'm there for years.
0:35:44 > 0:35:47- I've never been anywhere for long - so we'll have to see.
0:35:49 > 0:35:50- Jack Roberts there.
0:35:50 > 0:35:54- Gareth Charles, BBC Wales - Rugby correspondent is with me.
0:35:54 > 0:35:57- An interesting route in rugby.
0:35:57 > 0:35:59- Could he play for Wales?
0:35:59 > 0:36:01- Why not but he's young.
0:36:02 > 0:36:05- Bleddyn Jones, - a former fly half at Leicester...
0:36:05 > 0:36:09- ..who works for BBC Leicester, - told me he was one to watch.
0:36:09 > 0:36:13- He's played regularly - in the Aviva and in Europe.
0:36:13 > 0:36:16- Ray Lee-lo and Halaholo - are ahead of him right now.
0:36:17 > 0:36:20- They've hit good form but - a new season brings a blank slate.
0:36:22 > 0:36:24- You've got used to those names.
0:36:25 > 0:36:30- What about the Welsh tour - to the Pacific Islands?
0:36:30 > 0:36:32- The squad is announced tomorrow.
0:36:33 > 0:36:37- It gets side-lined - but how important is it?
0:36:37 > 0:36:42- It's important and Wales lost to - Japan the last time this happened.
0:36:44 > 0:36:48- The first game - against Tonga will be in Auckland.
0:36:48 > 0:36:52- Tonga haven't got - the necessary facilities.
0:36:52 > 0:36:54- Then a plane hop to Samoa.
0:36:54 > 0:36:59- You can't send a very young team - to play these guys.
0:37:00 > 0:37:02- They'd get smashed, literally.
0:37:02 > 0:37:06- There will be experience. Jamie - Roberts is available of course.
0:37:06 > 0:37:09- We'll wait to see - who makes the squad.
0:37:10 > 0:37:13- The Welsh players will be right - there if there are Lions' injuries.
0:37:14 > 0:37:20- Another Lions' trip for you. - This will be special.
0:37:21 > 0:37:25- I'm looking forward with all - the games live on Radio Cymru.
0:37:25 > 0:37:28- We'll have the blogs - and Facebook and all that too.
0:37:31 > 0:37:37- It's hard work but a trip to New - Zealand is always to be relished.
0:37:40 > 0:37:41- It'll be here soon.
0:37:42 > 0:37:45- Thanks for joining us, Gareth.
0:37:45 > 0:37:49- Thank you for joining us - for the entirety of this season.
0:37:49 > 0:37:52- We'll see you in the future we hope.
0:37:52 > 0:37:56- Here are a few - highlights of this season.
0:37:56 > 0:37:58- Goodnight.
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