EPISODE · Dec 7, 2023 · 1H 14M
Grant Hackett, the Greatest Distance Swimmer Ever
from Inside with Brett Hawke · host Brett Hawke
Grant Hackett is the greatest distance swimmer to ever live winning the Men's 1500 in back-to-back Olympic Games (2000 & 2004). He is a 7x World Champion in the same event (4 in LCM, 3 in SCM). He broke World Records in the 200/800/1500 LCM Free as well as the 400/800/1500 SCM Free. His 7:23 in the 800 SCM is still the fastest in human history. Our Sponsors: EO SWIM BETTER: Analyse your stroke technique with eo's SwimBETTER handsets. Go to eolab.com/SwimBETTER, and use code BRETT at checkout to get 9 months free on a single gold annual membership with any handset purchase. BRATTER PA IMMIGRATION LAW: Exclusive immigration representation of athletes, entrepreneurs, artists, investors, and entertainers. BEINE WELLNESS BUILDING: Individualize your nutrition with genetic testing and personalized plans. Eat, supplement, and recover based on your genetics. SWIMSTRONG DRYLAND: SwimStrong Dryland inspires and changes the lives of competitive swimmers through strength and leadership training, motivation and care. IMAGINE SWIMMING: NYC's Premier Swim School is looking for instructors and coaches! Lessons for all ages, from Baby Swim to adults, along with competitive club teams. INTL SWIMMING HALL OF FAME: Help preserve swimming history by joining the 1 in 1000 Club! #swimming #worldaquatics #olympics 00:00 Hello Grant Hackett 3:15 Competitive nature 7:13 Rivalry with Ian Thorpe 11:27 Kieren Perkins 16:13 Personality and values 19:23 Denis Cotterell 23:17 Working hard in practice 26:06 Accountability 29:57 Winning regardless of the situation 33:48 Overcoming pressure 38:06 Supporting teammates 41:19 Brett Hawke lied to Grant Hackett at 2002 Pan Pacs 47:46 Winning mentality 53:11 Athens 2004 stories 54:57 Investing in relationships 58:38 Relationship with Ian Thorpe 1:01:13 Vulnerability 1:07:27 Michael Phelps 1:10:46 2000 Olympic Team Reunion
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Grant Hackett is the greatest distance swimmer to ever live winning the Men's 1500 in back-to-back Olympic Games (2000 & 2004). He is a 7x World Champion in the same event (4 in LCM, 3 in SCM). He broke World Records in the 200/800/1500 LCM Free as well as the 400/800/1500 SCM Free. His 7:23 in the 800 SCM is still the fastest in human history. Our Sponsors: EO SWIM BETTER: Analyse your stroke technique with eo's SwimBETTER handsets. Go to eolab.com/SwimBETTER, and use code BRETT at checkout to get 9 months free on a single gold annual membership with any handset purchase. BRATTER PA IMMIGRATION LAW: Exclusive immigration representation of athletes, entrepreneurs, artists, investors, and entertainers. BEINE WELLNESS BUILDING: Individualize your nutrition with genetic testing and personalized plans. Eat, supplement, and recover based on your genetics. SWIMSTRONG DRYLAND: SwimStrong Dryland inspires and changes the lives of competitive swimmers through strength and leadership training, motivation and care. IMAGINE SWIMMING: NYC's Premier Swim School is looking for instructors and coaches! Lessons for all ages, from Baby Swim to adults, along with competitive club teams. INTL SWIMMING HALL OF FAME: Help preserve swimming history by joining the 1 in 1000 Club! #swimming #worldaquatics #olympics 00:00 Hello Grant Hackett 3:15 Competitive nature 7:13 Rivalry with Ian Thorpe 11:27 Kieren Perkins 16:13 Personality and values 19:23 Denis Cotterell 23:17 Working hard in practice 26:06 Accountability 29:57 Winning regardless of the situation 33:48 Overcoming pressure 38:06 Supporting teammates 41:19 Brett Hawke lied to Grant Hackett at 2002 Pan Pacs 47:46 Winning mentality 53:11 Athens 2004 stories 54:57 Investing in relationships 58:38 Relationship with Ian Thorpe 1:01:13 Vulnerability 1:07:27 Michael Phelps 1:10:46 2000 Olympic Team Reunion
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