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The Zelensky story

9pm, BBC Two
This is not a new story, but it is an astonishing and almost unbelievable one: a TV comedian played a fictional president and was then elected the real president of Ukraine. The story is told in three parts. In the first, Volodymyr Zelensky, his wife Olena and those who knew him best look back on his history to paint a portrait of a smart, funny and popular man who rose to power in the most unlikely of ways. Other contributors include Nancy Pelosi and The Guardian's Luke Harding. Holly Richardson

Interview with Amol Rajan

7Afternoon, BBC Two
Following Labour's recent landslide victory, Prime Minister Tony Blair spoke to Amol Rajan about what his decade as prime minister has taught him about how to deal with the biggest crisis facing Britain today. The two discussed riots, populism, economic hardship and war in Europe. human resources

Repair shop

8Afternoon, BBC One
Among the treasures brought into Jay Blades' workshop this week are a cracked handmade harp, a “thank you birthday card” passed down between longtime friends, a broken potter's wheel, and a retirement clock from the 1960s. As always, be prepared for some tear-jerking backstories. human resources

Celebrity Round the World Race

9Afternoon, BBC One

Cora Bokini and his cousin Mary Ellen from Ted Lasso. Photo: Studio Lambert

It's a different language this week for the teams as they prepare to leave Brazil and enter Argentina. They have to get used to a new currency. Some teams are underfunded, so mistakes can be costly. It's fun, but not as impressive as the civilian version. Phil Harrison

9Afternoon: Skymax
Maybe it's Download Festival's hedonistic atmosphere that has bickering pals Rob and Rom hooked. Their main job is to perform Metallica's “Enter Sandman” onstage with husky Scottish rockers Bleed From Within. But is a trip to the tattoo tent really necessary? How much tequila is too much? Graham Virtue

Jed Mercurio and Martin Compston Remember: Line of Duty

10pm, BBC Four
It's been 12 years since this groundbreaking thriller about police corruption began, and you can catch the first episode at 10.30pm, but first writer and creator Jed Mercurio and actor Martin Compston, who plays Detective Steve Arnott, look back on the show's early days, including the casting process, their filming experience, and how it went from a niche audience to a national conversation. Philippines

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