Grace Brown: From a Monument, to Olympic Gold to World Champion

New World Champion Grace Brown of Australia dons the rainbow jersey on the podium after the women elite individual time trial over 29.9 kilometres (18.6 miles) at the Cycling World Championships in Zurich, Switzerland, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. (AP Photo/Peter Dejong)

We have an exclusive chat with Olympic and World Champion Grace Brown this week. Grace reflects on her incredible achievements over the past year, including her victories at the Olympics and World Championships. She shares her journey, the preparation differences between the two events, and how she managed to stay calm under pressure. We also discuss her upcoming retirement and what it means to wear the World Champion jersey.


In the latest episode of the SBS Cycling Podcast, Grace Brown, an Olympic and World Champion, shares her incredible journey. She reflects on her achievements, the goals she set at the beginning of the year, and the immense support she has received throughout her career. Grace’s passion and dedication to cycling are evident as she discusses the highs and lows of her remarkable year.

Grace delves into the differences in preparation between the Olympics and the World Championships. She explains that while the Olympics required meticulous planning, the World Championships were more about trusting her instincts and going with the flow. This approach, combined with mental and physical harmony, played a crucial role in her success. Winning the Olympic gold allowed her to approach the World Championships with a sense of calm and confidence, making her victory there feel like the icing on the cake.

The episode also touches on Grace’s upcoming retirement, a decision that has left many in awe of her timing and accomplishments. Grace’s journey serves as an inspiration to aspiring cyclists and sports enthusiasts, showcasing the power of perseverance, hard work, and the support of a dedicated team.





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