Alice Robinson’s Quest for Gold at 2026 Winter Olympics

Alice Robinson is a total legend.

At the time of releasing this episode she is in Italy taking part in her 3rd Winter Olympics... And she is still only 24.

We talk about her life on the road chasing winters, the brutal reality of crashing at 140km/h — what that feels like and how she manages fear and risk, her rock-bottom moment at the Beijing Olympics, and why her mindset heading into the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina, Italy is very different to anything she’s done before and much much more.

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*** Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Alice Robinson 03:10 The Pressure of the Olympics 06:02 Mindset and Mental Preparation 08:58 The Physical Demands of Skiing 11:51 Injury Risks and Experiences 15:08 The Sacrifices of a Professional Skier 17:47 Team Dynamics and Support 21:03 Balancing Pressure and Performance 34:15 Coaching Philosophy and Team Dynamics 36:31 The Evolution of Sacrifices in Sports 39:43 Family Support and Sacrifices 42:59 Early Life and Transition to Ski Racing 49:30 Recognising Talent and Competitive Spirit 52:27 Career Breakthroughs and Expectations 01:04:34 Pressure of Early Success and Comparisons 01:08:09 Olympic Debut and Experience 01:10:21 Journey to the Olympics: Early Experiences 01:13:10 Becoming a World Number One: The Highs and Lows 01:15:57 Navigating COVID: Challenges and Isolation 01:18:04 The 2022 Olympics: Expectations vs. Reality 01:27:02 Resilience and Self-Discovery: Lessons Learned 01:30:20 A Triumphant Return: Winning After a Long Drought 01:34:32 Looking Ahead: Future Goals and Mental Health 01:39:23 Legacy and Reflection: What It Means to Be an Athlete