Lucy Spoors and Brooke Francis made history as the first rowing crew of mothers to win gold at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
After securing silver medals in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Spoors in the women's eight and Francis in the double scull, both athletes took time off to start their families, welcoming their first children in 2022. Balancing elite-level training with motherhood, the duo returned to the rowing world with determination, qualifying for the Paris Olympics in 2023, just months after their maternity leave.
Their remarkable comeback was crowned with a gold medal, symbolising not only their physical endurance and mental fortitude but also their ability to navigate the challenges of motherhood while competing at the highest level of sport. Spoors and Francis are open about the complexities of managing rigorous training schedules while caring for young children, underscoring the importance of strong support systems within their families and professional teams. Their journey stands as an inspiring testament to resilience, highlighting the realities of balancing personal and professional aspirations.
Lucy and Brooke were engaged to present at the annual off site for 2degrees technology, finance and commercial leadership teams. Their session was extremely well received by the audience of ... keep reading 2 Degrees
