Alex Yee vs. Hayden Wilde: The Mindset Behind an Incredible Olympic Comeback
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What if the moment that nearly ended your career became the fuel for Olympic gold?
This week on The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by Alex Yee — Olympic triathlon champion, British icon, and one of the most humble athletes in sport today.
From a near-fatal bike crash in 2017 to his unforgettable battle with Hayden Wilde at the Tokyo Olympics, Alex shares the highs, the heartbreak, and what it takes to chase greatness — without losing joy.
We unpack:
🚴 The accident that nearly ended it all — and the comeback that shocked everyone
🥇 What really went through Alex’s mind during his Olympic gold medal moment
🌊 Reconstructing his swim stroke to conquer the Seine in Paris 2024
🧠 How he manages pressure, self-doubt and unexpected delays on the world stage
💑 The dynamic of training (and living) with his partner
💭 Why Alex is more motivated by growth than medals
⚡ Inspiring the next generation — and what triathlon’s future looks like
This episode is a masterclass in mental resilience, elite performance, and finding power in purpose.
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⏱️ Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:48 - What got Alex moving as a young athlete?
00:02:22 - Getting into triathlon
00:04:11 - When did you realise you could be great?
00:06:30 - First time using cleats
00:07:05 - Becoming a professional athlete
00:09:27 - Triathlon at home
00:11:37 - Most memorable Olympic moment
00:13:43 - The moment he broke away from Hayden Wilde
00:15:47 - What makes triathlon so difficult
00:16:37 - The crash in 2017
00:18:34 - Mentally navigating injury
00:20:32 - Favourite sport in triathlon
00:22:54 - Training for the Seine River
00:24:56 - What Alex wants to achieve in the next 10 years
00:26:45 - The future of triathlon
00:29:33 - Coaching Tip of the Week
00:30:21 - Balancing weaknesses & confidence
00:32:40 - Crocs or flip-flops?
00:34:42 - Biking or swimming?
00:37:10 - Would You Rather
00:38:41 - Triathlons with jellyfish?!
00:41:02 - Alex’s dream race
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