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More than medals

Former Olympic diver Freddie Woodward opens up about the mental battles that defined his athletic career more than any physical challenge. From being talent-spotted at junior school to competing at the 2016 Rio Olympics, Woodward’s journey reveals the hidden struggles of athletes who feel they’re “clinging to the bottom of the good enough group.” Despite training alongside diving legends like Tom Daley and Jack Laugher, self-doubt shadowed his achievements – even when he made the Olympic team.

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Redefining the race

Amber Keegan's journey from competitive pool swimmer to marathon open water athlete reveals how overcoming an eating disorder ultimately led to a greater purpose. Despite missing her Olympic dream, Amber found meaning in founding Athlete Interactions, a non-profit creating safe spaces for female athletes struggling with mental health challenges. “I realised that the journey is everything," she reflects. “While I absolutely didn't feel it at the time, I see now that the path I took led me to something even bigger than Paris: making sure that no other female athlete feels as alone as I once did.”

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