The Inside Track – Surprise Olympians, boxing dynasties, and feeling ‘hangry’ - a podcast by BBC Radio 5 live

Eleanor Oldroyd and Darren Campbell take a look at the biggest sporting issues of the week.

British long-distance runner Chris Thompson tells of his trials and tribulations in qualifying for the Olympics in Tokyo, while rower Helen Glover explains how she juggles her career with having three young children. Relay runner Imani-Lara Lansiquot also shares her opinion on how Darren’s new role with UK Athletics will help shape her career.

Conor Benn - son of legendary boxer Nigel, gives an insight into his training regime and of the upcoming bout against Samuel Vargas.

BBC Sport correspondent Katie Gornall expands on why Birmingham City Women’s team have complained to their board due to their training and playing conditions.

And we hear from Tabitha Worsley, who’s looking to become the first female jockey to win the Grand National this weekend.


TOPICS:

00:30 – Darren on his new job

02:00 - Imani-Lara Lansiquot on Darren and having a mentor

07:35 – Helen Glover on her career

15:45 – Age is no barrier – Chris Thompson

23:50 – Why the Olympics could still be called off

29:18 – The story behind Birmingham City Women

34:30 – Being up for the fight – Conor Benn

42:05 – Tabitha Worsley on chasing her dream

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