Get ready to set sail with an icon, Hannah Mills OBE, the most successful female sailor in Olympic history.
Hannah’s list of achievements is truly remarkable, including a Silver at the 2012 London Olympics and back-to-back Golds at the 2016 Rio and 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Her trophy cabinet also boasts numerous gold, silver, and bronze medals from World, European, and Junior Championships.
In this captivating episode, published on November 28th, 2023, we dive into Hannah’s journey from watching the Olympics as a child to realizing her own ambitious dreams. It’s a full-circle moment as she discusses her newest endeavor: serving as a Strategist with Team Emirates GBR in the thrilling SailGP – often called the world’s most exciting racing on water.
Hannah also provides a fascinating education on this dynamic new sport format, highlighting its strong focus on both equality and sustainability. These are passion points for Hannah, who’s also recognized as an International Olympic Committee (IOC) Sustainability Ambassador for her impactful work in this space.
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📸 Discover Hannah’s and SailGP’s powerful initiatives
- The Big Plastic Pledge: @big_plastic_pledge
- Athletes of the World: https://athletesoftheworld.org
- SailGP’s Women Pathway Program
- SailGP’s Impact League: Also known as the Podium for The Planet!
- Race for The Future” Takeover in Dubai: SailGP’s commitment to climate action will be highlighted in this special event.
- Athletes of the World (https://athletesoftheworld.org/)