You may recognize Cole Hocker from the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, where he captured gold in the men’s 1500 meters and set a new Olympic record. He is also the 2025 World Champion in the 5000 meters. He’s stayed on top ever since, most recently taking the win at the prestigious Millrose Games. With a lighter summer season ahead, Cole sits down with Carrie to catch up on life, covering everything from training and racing to making music and how even the best handle their nerves. As THE best in the world over the past two years, Cole opens up about his mindset, how he keeps the fire alive, and the role faith plays in sustaining a long, successful career. Balancing elite competition with genuine fun, Cole proves there’s something in his journey that everyone can learn from.