Mum Jo is backing calls for better safety on the roads (Image: BBC)

In 2020, Sam Gardiner and his mum, Jo, captured the hearts of BBC viewers as they journeyed across South America in the popular TV show "Race Across The World". Despite not winning, their adventure was a hit with the nation.

Sadly, it was revealed in May this year that Sam had died in hospital following a car accident. The 24-year-old had been driving on the A34 near Manchester when his vehicle veered off the road, rolled over and came to rest on its side.

An inquest into his death found that 'insufficient' tyre tread depth, heavy rain and Sam's driving all played a part in the crash, reports the Mirror . For the biggest stories in Wales first, sign up to our daily newsletter here

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