The inside story of Mark Beaumont's extraordinary solo attempt to smash the Guinness World Record for cycling around the world.

In August 2007, 24 year-old Scot Mark Beaumont left Paris at the start of an 18,000 mile journey across four continents, one of the greatest endurance challenges ever attempted. Aiming to cover 100 miles a day, he faces the challenge of finding food and water while racing against the clock.

Crossing Europe, he battles with broken spokes, faces soaring temperatures and tackles the terrifying traffic of rush-hour Istanbul. Broadcast on: BBC One, 10:35pm Monday 18th August Duration: 30 minutes Available until: 11:04pm Monday 25th August Categories:Factual, Travel, Sport, Cycling