A LOAD OF BS ON SPORT

Geraint Thomas on Pain, Perseverance, and Performance

23 Oct 2024

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In this episode of A Load of BS on Sport, Tour de France winner and two-time Olympic gold medalist Geraint Thomas joins Dan Ross and Dan Biggar for an in-depth conversation about the grueling demands of professional cycling, the mental toughness required to succeed, and the simple pleasures that keep him grounded. From training at altitude to navigating the pressures of racing, Geraint shares candid insights into his career, balancing family life, and his thoughts on what’s next beyond the bike. Tune in for an honest and inspiring chat with one of cycling’s greats.Show Notes:Love for Suffering: pushing his physical and mental limits, likening cycling pain to a form of addictive sufferingTeam Dynamics & Leadership: changing role from team leader to mentor⁠Mental Edge Over Physical: fine margins in elite cyclingEmbracing Simplicity: the challenges that the structured, monastic lifestyle of cycling imposes on personal relationshipsTour de France Victory & Emotional Release: emotional break down after crossing the finish linePost-Career Fears and Plans: the daunting prospect of transitioning to a new phase in life⁠The Value of Team Leadership: how working with Dave Brailsford shaped his approach to cyclingHumility and Drive: Geraint shares his humble beginnings and how his mentality was driven by proving doubters wrong Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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3ª PARTE | 17 DIC 2025 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

01 Jan 1970

El Partidazo de COPE

13:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

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Fin de Semana

12:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

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Fin de Semana

10:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

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01 Jan 1970

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12:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

01 Jan 1970

Fin de Semana

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Geraint Thomas on Pain, Perseverance, and Performance

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3ª PARTE | 17 DIC 2025 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

13:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

12:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

10:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

13:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

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