
Fauxto Finish
Episode 1 • Sep 03, 2020
The story of ophthalmologist Steven Friedlander who won a long-shot bet in one of the most dramatic Kentucky Derby races ever, only to find out the incredible payout wasn’t at all what he anticipated.
A unique point of view on sports history — reliving it through the lens of a sports bet. In each episode, ESPN’s Mike Greenberg sits down with a different bettor and hears the upbeat, fun, and comedic tales of bets with high stakes and unbelievable consequences.
12 episodes total
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Returning Series
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2020
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Episodes
Episode 1 • Sep 03, 2020
The story of ophthalmologist Steven Friedlander who won a long-shot bet in one of the most dramatic Kentucky Derby races ever, only to find out the incredible payout wasn’t at all what he anticipated.
Episode 2 • Sep 10, 2020
The story of a diehard Cincinnati Bengals fan sleeping on his roof until the his team wins a game.
Episode 3 • Sep 17, 2020
A special education teacher enjoying a spectacular winning streak of March Madness picks, but haunted by his unorthodox betting style.
Episode 4 • Sep 24, 2020
A last-place fantasy football loser forced to take ballet class as punishment, where he meets a classmate who changes his life forever
Episode 1 • Aug 18, 2021
Rob, a die-hard football fan and avid ancient history enthusiast, settles in with his new puppy for a Monday Night Football match-up between the Bears and Rams. An improbable line-up he selected on his daily fantasy app propels him to first place, and a shot at $1,000,000.
Episode 2 • Aug 18, 2021
Angie, a St. Louis native, lives for her hometown teams. While on a work trip to Vegas she places a few bets on her beloved Cardinals and St. Louis Blues. Her long shot wagers take her on a season long journey through ups, downs, and even hip surgery.
Episode 3 • Aug 18, 2021
Michael finishes in last place in his fantasy football league after stacking his roster with players from his favorite team, the Atlanta Falcons. Now his friends are making him pay up. Hopefully he has the appetite to endure the challenge.
Episode 4 • Aug 18, 2021
While on a trip to Vegas with friends, Bryson puts down $2500 on Manchester United. A mysterious man enters the sportsbook and Bryson’s bet takes an unfortunate turn from winning some cash to absolute trash.
Episode 5 • Aug 18, 2021
Mike, who owns a Gelato shop, and his best friend Chris make an outrageous in-game bet that wins them $56,000 when Denver Broncos kicker Brandon McMannus hits a game-winning field goal, but their sweet victory melts away the very next day..
Episode 6 • Aug 18, 2021
Figgy had never gambled in his life, but after the Patriots defeat his beloved Raiders in the infamous Tuck Rule game, he places a series of bets on then little-known quarterback Tom Brady, in the hopes of winning $30,000.
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