Richard Thomas, is a top-flight athlete aspiring to the Olympic Games and whose life is shattered after a tragic car accident leaves him blinded. His wife, Annie, gives up her teaching job so she can be at home to help him, but Richard withdraws into anger and bitterness.
Richard suddenly realises his life is still worth living during quality time with Tim in the park and he decides to run again - determined to race in the Paralympics and aided by his friend and former coach Clive.