Big sporting moments are coming in fast. From Wimbledon Championships and the Tour de France to the always-on drama of Formula One… and yes, the big one – the FIFA World Cup 2026.
So if you’re building your watchlist before kick-off, this is your shortcut to the best sports documentaries to stream right now. We’re talking football legends, world champions, iconic races and powerful personal stories – all ready to stream on Freely.
Whether you’re searching for football documentaries, tennis documentaries, or just the best documentaries about sport, start here.
Icons of Football
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If you’re getting into the World Cup spirit, this is where to start. A nostalgic deep dive into Scottish football history, featuring legends like Charlie Nicholas and Willie Miller. Expect big moments, bigger personalities, and plenty of pride.
Brawn the Impossible: The Formula One Story
Stream now on BBC iPlayer
Racing fan? You’re not going to want to miss this! In this captivating docu-series, Kenau Reeves tells the sensational and true story of how Nicky Fry and Ross Brawn defied all odds and managed to win the Formula One Championship with an underfinance team!
Robbo: The Bryan Robson story
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One of the best football documentaries for fans of the English game. It tells the story of one of England’s greatest ever midfielders – Bryan Robson, charting his story from a working class background in the North East of England, to a national treasure honoured by the queen!
Man City: 5 Minutes to go…
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Suspense and heart-stopping action took place in the thrilling play-off final in 1989 between Manchester City and underdogs, Gillingham. Whether it’s a game you remember watching live, one you’ve heard about or one you’ve never heard before… football fans, this is a must see!
Andy Murray: Will to Win
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The Andy Murray era may be over, but why not get ready for Wimbledon 2026 by exploring the fascinating life and career of a tennis legend! Andy Murray: Will to Win explores his incredible journey from Dunblane to puitting an end to the 77 year wait for British men’s Wimbledon champion to finally, the sporting legend we know today!
One of the best tennis documentaries for understanding the mindset of a champion.
Jonathan Rea - Born to Win
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Superbike fans, join Ruth Gorman as she presents an intimate portait of six-time World Superbike champion and racing legend Jonathan Rea! A brilliant pick for fans searching for motorbike racing documentaries or stories about elite sporting dominance.
Monaco Grand Prix: The Legend
Stream on Channel 4
Presented by Prince Albert, this revealing documentaries is all about how the World’s most iconic Grand Prix came into existence, how the circuit has changed over the years as the sport has developed, andddd how the track is created each year!
By the Balls
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This award-winning documentary/ drama takes a brutal look behind the first Rugby World Cup from the perspective of four of the World’s greatest players, and importantly – how an amateur team fought for a nation’s pride in turbulent times. One of the more hard-hitting rugby documentaries out there.
Kelley Homes: Being Me
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This powerful documentary sees Kelly Holmes opening up about significant parts of her life for the first time, as she discusses the emotional journey she’s been on for the past 30 years and the impact it’s had on her mental health.
A powerful reminder that behind every medal is a human story, and one of the most inspiring sports documentaries you can watch right now.
Over the Edge
Stream on Channel 4
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Ready for something different? This adrenaline-fuelled documentary dives into the world of BASE jumping – following thrill-seekers chasing the ultimate high. A great pick if you’re after extreme sports documentaries.
Pssst, if you enjoy this watch Xtremists next, also on Channel 4.
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