Today is Wednesday, July 30, 2025 and on this day in 1958, champion decathlete Daley Thompson was born in London.
In this episode, we'll learn a bit about Thompson's background - including the 9 years he went undefeated, his 4 world records, and 2 Olympic gold medals - and then sit down for a conversation with Thompson himself.
This episode and every single other was edited and produced by my good friend Rob Garcia, who many know by his own podcast "Rob on the Run". If you are looking to get into the podcasting or Youtube space, but need some help on the technical side, I HIGHLY suggest reaching out to Rob. His email is robontherunpodcast@gmail.com
And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow me on Instagram, or send me an email at runningupthathillary@gmail.com
Bibliography:
- https://athleticsweekly.com/news/interviews/daley-thompson-controversial-best-1803/
- https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2020/feb/24/daley-thompson-help-british-athletes-two-time-olympic-decathlon-champion
- https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/general/athletics/the-champion-that-time-forgot-why-do-we-find-it-so-hard-to-love-daley-thompson-876424.html
- https://www.theguardian.com/sport/article/2024/jul/12/daley-thompson-taught-me-about-the-importance-of-friendship-in-sport
- https://www.walesonline.co.uk/sport/uk-sport-news/daley-thompsons-tumultuous-love-life-31467525
- https://www.teamgb.com/article/black-history-month-the-story-of-daley-thompson/3HV3fvlSxFP4JNO5f5eWzQ
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