A broken neck and two millimetre's from being a quadriplegic. To a gold medal. Australia's 2024 Chef de Mission has experienced IT ALL.

Anna Meares is one of Australia's most successful cyclists. Her Howie Games episode and her story, is one of the most unbelievable in the entire back catalogue of the Howie Games. 

Check out the full chat with Anna Meares from Episode 49.

We have stories galore of some of the most inspirational and successful Australian athletes in history, so get into the Howie Games library today. And get set, and get inspired as our Aussies get ready to take on the world in Paris!

We'll have a Gold Medal Mini for you every Tuesday in July!

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Passion and dedication! That's Brian Goorjian! And he lets it all out in the full episode.

But first, let's get to know one of Australia's best ever coaches (and that includes all sports!).

Thanks for joining us, coach. And good luck!

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Relentless in the swimming pool, Grant Hackett's passion for winning is only matched by his aversion to finishing second. He hates it. And his straight shooting explanation of his silver medals will take your breath away!

His drive allowed him to take on the world and conquer them all. He shares a brutal account of his journey to winning gold in Athens for Australia, a feat he accomplished with a partially deflated lung. 

Check out the full chat with Grant Hackett from Episode 82 here.

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She helped inspire a nation, and she is ready to do it all again. Caitlin Foord is about to embark on Paris, and she is chasing gold with the Matildas. 

After featuring in her first FIFA World Cup when she was 16 years old. The Matilda star has gone on to path the way for future generations of soccer players for boys and girls all over Australia. She isn't stopping any time soon either. 

Her story is one of hard work, resilience and skill! Go get that gold, Foordy! 

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She helped inspire a nation, and she is ready to do it all again. Caitlin Foord is about to embark on Paris, and she is chasing gold with the Matildas. 

After featuring in her first FIFA World Cup when she was 16 years old. The Matilda star has gone on to path the way for future generations of soccer players for boys and girls all over Australia. She isn't stopping any time soon either. 

Her story is one of hard work, resilience and skill! Go get that gold, Foordy! 

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As crafty as she is on the football pitch, Caitlin Foord is just as cheeky and fun off it.

From her first job*, to her first car, Taylor Swift, Serena Williams and Opal Hunters. There is plenty to digest in this Howie Games Player Profile with the Matilda's superstar. 

Get to know Caitlin Foord ahead of her full Howie Games episode as she gets set to take on the world in Paris.  

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The countdown to the Olympics is on. And on the eve of heading to Paris to be the lead commentator, broadcaster Gerard Whateley shares his media journey. 

He has mastered his craft, and his insights into journalism, commentary and sport are as good as any broadcaster we have been joined by. 

His attention to detail, literary genius and preparation should not surprise you. 

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The countdown to the Olympics is on. And on the eve of heading to Paris to be the lead commentator, broadcaster Gerard Whateley shares his media journey. 

He has mastered his craft, and his insights into journalism, commentary and sport are as good as any broadcaster we have been joined by. 

His attention to detail, literary genius and preparation should not surprise you. 

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This modest broadcasting extraordinaire reckons he doesn't fit the archetypal Player Profile description. But, we disagree. So, we're going for it. 

And the proof is in the Player Profile. There are actual stories on Roger Federer and Tom Brady. A beige Ford Laser as well as the bowser boy's book recommendation and more. 

It will all make sense soon enough. 

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A homegrown Aussie star living out his dream in the NBA! 

From his humble beginnings in Bendigo, Victoria, to his meteoric rise to the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA, Dyson shares insights into the world of professional basketball like never before. 

Hear about his relentless grind in the G League, the fashion packed moments of Draft night, and the life-changing experience of signing his first big contract. Discover the behind the scenes insight of the NBA with tales of chartered flights and a post-game schedule that will blow your mind. 

As he continues to live out his dreams, he will be proudly wearing the green and gold at the Olympics, and we are here to support him every step of the way. Don't miss this episode filled with inspiration, hard work, and a true Aussie spirit! 

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