Episode 52: Zac Stubblety-Cook on Gold Medals, World Records & Mastering the Last 50

In Episode 52 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley catches up with Olympic gold medallist and world record holder Zac Stubblety-Cook to dive deep into performance, perfectionism, and finding freedom through pressure.Zac opens up about his journey to Tokyo, why winning gold felt more like relief than euphoria, and how journaling, process, and purpose helped shape his path. He unpacks the 2020 Olympic postponement, training through backyard pools and lockdowns, and the unexpected mental reset that made him faster, smarter, and more grounded.From breaking world records to mastering the art of the final 50 metres, Zac reflects on being “unconsciously competent” in Tokyo, the emotional weight of returning for Paris, and the evolving meaning of success as he eyes a decade in elite swimming.🏊 A thoughtful, technical, and refreshingly honest look at what it takes to chase greatness—and stay in love with the sport while doing it.📌 Subscribe for more athlete stories and insights.Follow us at:w: www.scoreboardpodcast.cominsta: @scoreboardpody: https://www.youtube.com/@Scoreboardpodcastp: Partnership opportunities – [email protected]#sport #business #life #ScoreboardPodcast