Tom Daley for Game of Wool series 1 / Channel 4
Channel 4 has commissioned a second series of Tom Daley’s knitting competition show Game of Wool.
The former Team GB diver and knitting enthusiast will return as host of the programme, which sees a group of amateur knitters compete across a variety of challenges with the hopes of being crowned the nation’s best.
“I was blown away by the response to the first series of Game of Wool,” said Daley, 31. “Knitting is such a creative and joyful craft and it’s been amazing to see so many people inspired to pick up their needles.
“I can’t wait for the show to return and to meet a whole new group of brilliant knitters ready to take on the challenge.”
C4 commissioning editor Clemency Green added: “The first series of Game of Wool was a hit with viewers, particularly with a new generation of young knitters discovering the craft. For series two, we’re welcoming a fresh group of talented makers ready to take on the challenge.
“We’ve listened closely to what fans loved most about the first series, so this time there’s an even stronger focus on knitting – celebrating the creativity, skill and innovation at its heart, alongside some exciting new elements in the competition.”
Applications for the new series are open online now until April 18, with filming due to begin in May ahead of the show’s Autumn broadcast on Channel 4.
