Out of work, out of luck, Ed Hawkins seeks fame and fortune by becoming a Sporting Chancer.Attempting to wager his way around the world, he wins and loses with hilarious consequences. Amongst other jaunts he plays tennis with John McEnroe, darts against Phil Taylor and ends up at an illegal cockfight in Louisiana with Britney Spears' babysitter.Setting himself three challenges to see if he can become a true Sporting Chancer, the fun never runs out - unlike the funds.