Ep 25 - Shirley Robertson

Shirley Robertson is one of the most recognisable voices in the sailing world, as a commentator for anything from the Olympics and America’s Cup to magazine shows and SailGP. She’s also one of the most successful female sailors of all time, having won two Olympic titles and been named female world sailor of the year. There are so many layers to her story, and she talks about her work as a broadcaster, including her present role as part of the commentary team for the America’s Cup in Auckland, and delves into her experiences as a sailor which featured heartbreak before success. We also explore gender inequality in the sport, talk about her plans to chase a third Olympic gold medal in Paris in 2024 and, like all guests, Shirley details her worst wipeout ever.