Four extraordinary sports stories. Tragedies, intrigues, and cover-ups, all served with Rundfunk’s signature style. From a wheelrunner who defied the Soviets to “beach snooker” and a secret korfball conspiracy.
Rundfunk: Schwalbe (Season 1)
The Zaanse Zigzagger (Episode 1)
Air date: 2026-01-19
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: A portrait of Jan Blom, the only Dutchman who managed to break the Soviet hegemony in wheelrunning during the 1970s. What happened on that fateful 5 November 1978 in the forests of Moldova?
A Jewel for the Sport (Episode 2)
Air date: 2026-01-26
Runtime: 27 min
Overview: Brody Brantjes, founder of the sport “beach snooker”, offers a glimpse into his training regime. From training sessions to exhibition matches, from tanning bed to sports meals. Can he win the first national championship?
Charity Match (Episode 3)
Air date: 2026-02-02
Runtime: 25 min
Overview: Live coverage of Benefietbal, the annual charity football match where one‑day wonders take on influencers. Featuring Tineke Krutwagen, Toeterturk, singer Dave, and Nacho Jansen.
Korfspiracy (Episode 4)
Air date: 2026-02-09
Runtime: 25 min
Overview: Darwin Bral, the country’s most decorated sports detective, stumbles upon one of the greatest conspiracies ever, a cover‑up of extraterrestrial proportions. What he uncovered will astonish everyone.
Seasons
Episodes 4