Podcasts Culture Best Of Belfast: Northern Ireland's #1 Interview Podcast #221 Michael McKillop: Gold Medals, World Records & Cerebral Palsy

#221 Michael McKillop: Gold Medals, World Records & Cerebral Palsy

Published: Aug. 30, 2021, 4 a.m.

Michael McKillop is a four-time Paralympic Gold-Medalist who currently holds the world record for the 800m and 1500m races.
 
In today’s episode, Matthew Thompson and Lady Mary Peters talk with Michael about:
  • What it was like being coached by his father at a young age
  • His current journey to the Tokyo 2020 Games 
  • And how he’s dealt with cerebral palsy and mental health challenges along the way.
 
Thanks so much for being here and we really hope you enjoy. 
 
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