The Line‑Up

FOUR LEGENDS OF WELSH SPORT.

Hosted by Gethin Jones. In conversation across rugby, cycling and music — sharing the stories you can't read anywhere else.

Broadcasting

Gethin Jones

Host · Broadcasting

Gethin Jones

BBC Sport & Radio Presenter

One of the most respected broadcasters in British sport, Gethin Jones has fronted football, rugby, boxing and major event coverage across the BBC for two decades. Known for warmth, wit and authority in equal measure, he is the natural host for an afternoon of championship storytelling.

BBC Sport presenter — Final Score, Match of the Day, boxing
Host of BBC Radio 2's Good Morning Sunday
Voice of major Welsh sporting and cultural events
Sony Radio Award winner

01 · Rugby Union

Warren Gatland

British & Irish Lions Head Coach

Warren Gatland is one of the most decorated coaches in British and Irish rugby history. As head coach of Wales he won three Six Nations titles and two Grand Slams, and he led the British & Irish Lions to series victories in Australia and New Zealand. His straight-talking style and tactical brilliance have made him a legend of the game.

Three Six Nations titles with Wales
Two Grand Slams as Wales head coach
British & Irish Lions series wins in 2013 and 2021
Most-capped coach in Wales Rugby history

02 · Cycling

Chris Hoy

Six-Time Olympic Champion

Sir Chris Hoy is Britain’s most successful Olympian on two wheels, winning six gold medals across four Olympic Games. A multiple world champion and Commonwealth gold medallist, he became a national icon for his power, precision and relentless competitive drive on the track.

6 Olympic gold medals
11 World Championship titles
2 Commonwealth Games gold medals
BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2008

03 · Music

Kelly Jones

Stereophonics Frontman

Kelly Jones is the lead singer, guitarist and principal songwriter of the Stereophonics, one of Wales’s most successful rock bands. With a catalogue of anthemic hits spanning three decades, he brings raw storytelling and a unique perspective on creativity, longevity and performing at the highest level.

Frontman of the Stereophonics
Seven UK No. 1 albums
Brit Award winner
Songwriter of iconic hits including Dakota and Have A Nice Day

04 · Rugby Union

Dan Biggar

British & Irish Lion

A 112‑cap fly‑half, British & Irish Lion and former captain of Wales, Dan Biggar is one of the most reliable goal‑kickers and tactical decision makers Welsh rugby has produced. A two‑time Six Nations champion and Grand Slam winner, he steered his country through three Rugby World Cup campaigns.

112 international caps for Wales
British & Irish Lions tourist, South Africa 2021
Two‑time Six Nations Champion & Grand Slam winner
Three Rugby World Cup campaigns