January 31, 2022 • 31 mins
Jess Fox is considered to be the best paddler in the world.
As a kayak and slalom canoeist and Olympic gold medallist, Jess discusses her relationship with fear and what it takes to be the best in the world.
Jess was born into paddling royalty in Marseille, France on June 11, 1994 to parents Richard Fox and Myriam Fox - Jerusalmi – both Olympians from England and France respectively.
After moving to Australia at the age of four, Jess grew into a talented athlete and by 13 was beating competitors five years her senior.
Before long she was a five-time Junior World Champion and paddling in her first Olympics.
After a silver medal at the London Games, Jess was instantly touted as the next international superstar.
After adding a bronze medal in Rio to her trophy room, Jess set her sights on her next performance with the aim to grab that elusive gold.
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Episode two of Beyond the Ordinary: Game Changers dropping 8th February 2022
As a kayak and slalom canoeist and Olympic gold medallist, Jess discusses her relationship with fear and what it takes to be the best in the world.
Jess was born into paddling royalty in Marseille, France on June 11, 1994 to parents Richard Fox and Myriam Fox - Jerusalmi – both Olympians from England and France respectively.
After moving to Australia at the age of four, Jess grew into a talented athlete and by 13 was beating competitors five years her senior.
Before long she was a five-time Junior World Champion and paddling in her first Olympics.
After a silver medal at the London Games, Jess was instantly touted as the next international superstar.
After adding a bronze medal in Rio to her trophy room, Jess set her sights on her next performance with the aim to grab that elusive gold.
Make sure you hit follow to be the first to hear the latest episodes.
Episode two of Beyond the Ordinary: Game Changers dropping 8th February 2022
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