Motorcycling in Spain became great with names like Jorge Martínez Aspar , Sito Pons , Álex Crivillé or Jorge Lorenzo and Marc Márquez in more recent times, but if there is a figure par excellence that is Ángel Nieto .
A native of Zamora, with his iconic 12+1 world titles, he became one of the greatest legends, not only Spanish, but in the entire history of motorcycles. Thanks to that, Amazon Prime has decided to produce a new docuseries that “reviews the life and work” of the multiple champion.
Trailer for the docuseries ‘ Ángel Nieto. Four Lives ‘, from Amazon Prime
As of June 30, 2022 , all those who have a subscription to the movie and series streaming service managed by the famous American company will be able to enjoy ‘ Ángel Nieto. Four Lives ‘, with “the greatness” of his person “in all areas”.
His old rivals, colleagues, friends and family will narrate what the pilot was like beyond the tracks. To understand its importance, it is enough to listen to Carmelo Ezpeleta , current CEO of Dorna, the company that manages the motorcycling world championship, who assures that Ángel Nieto was the reason why motorcycles began to be broadcast on television in Spain. .
Joke, close, ambitious and even a ‘ rockstar ‘ on two wheels, this is how they define him within his closest circle, including Dennis Noyes, Jorge Martínez Aspar or Emilio Alzamora .
It could not miss someone with whom he has been compared a lot, Marc Márquez , the Spaniard who follows him on the list with the most world championships. The one from Cervera appears in the audiovisual work and tells how the Zamorano was on the asphalt and far from it.
“He was a very good driver, but off the track he was even better. Ángel [Nieto]’ s motorhome was an NGO,” said the Catalan, referring to the number of people who visited him every weekend. “Thank you for being the way you were.”
His family also plays a leading role throughout the story, and his son Hugo tells what the father Angel was like in intimate moments, stating that it was a reference for him.
“The love that people have for me, that is my great tribute,” said the rider who hooked millions of fans in a world as beautiful as motorcycling with his 12+1 titles that are still remembered so many years later.
How to watch the documentary ‘ Ángel Nieto. Four lives ‘and price
- Release date : June 30, 2022
- How to watch it and price : All users who have contracted the Amazon Prime service will be able to enjoy Ángel Nieto’s docuseries on Amazon Prime Video. The price of Amazon Prime in Spain is 36 euros per year (18 euros if you are a student) or 4.99 euros per month, with a free trial month. Not only does it give you access to Prime Video, but it also allows you to make faster purchases on the Amazon platform.
