David is a former world class professional Paralympic table tennis player who reached number 2 in the world rankings. He is a three-time Paralympian, two-time European Champion and World Championship medallist and has represented Great Britain at more than 70 global international tournaments.
David was born with a hole in his heart as well as a bone condition called Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia and has given a TED Talk on how having a disability can be a blessing. He has also exhibited, coached and lectured on table tennis and sport psychology extensively throughout the UK and in the corporate world, has established his own podcast, and has commentated on live television, including for BBC Sport and Sky Sports.
Outside of work, David is patron for Disability Cornwall & Isles of Scilly and ambassador for the GLL Sport Foundation and helps promote inclusion, accessibility and disability awareness. He is passionate about the power of sport and exercise and particularly enjoys endurance activities which push the limits of his physical and mental capabilities.
For more information about James Roberts (the host of the podcast), visit jamesowenroberts.com and connect with him on Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin, Youtube, Tik Tok and Instagram
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