Alistair Brownlee on Life After Gold Medals, Gravel Racing, and his Yorkshire Roots
About this episode
Alistair Brownlee discusses his transition from elite triathlon to gravel racing and reflects on his experiences and roots in Yorkshire.
Double Olympic gold medallist Alistair Brownlee joins Matt Stephens from his home in Yorkshire for a wide-ranging conversation about life after elite triathlon. Brownlee reflects on retiring from professional sport, the pressure of delivering at a home Olympics, and why daily movement still matters as much as ever. The pair dive into Alistair’s growing love of gravel racing, sibling rivalry with brother Jonathan, and that unforgettable moment at the 2016 World Triathlon Series. There’s also time for business ventures, community impact, and a proper Yorkshire Bramhope quiz covering pubs, tunnels, chippies and baked goods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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