EPISODE · Apr 15, 2026 · 58 MIN

Surrender to Win with Sting Ray Robb

from Grateful and Full of Greatness with Mark Glicini · host Mark Glicini

Episode SummaryWhat does it truly mean to perform at the highest level — physically, mentally, and spiritually? Mark sits down with Sting Ray Robb to go beyond the track... diving into his connection with Christ, navigation of authentic identity, and the kind of surrender that unlocks peak performance. From a career-defining moment on his knees in the woods to racing 200+ mph in 130°F heat, Sting Ray pulls back the curtain on what it costs, and what He gives, to compete in the IndyCar Series. What might we gain when we fully surrender? Listeners will learn more about motorsport, the sacrifices necessary to win, and what fuels the best at their crafts.What We CoverThe tension between controlling the car and surrendering the outcomeWhy 48 races without a win was preparation, not failureHow identity untethered from results actually unlocks better resultsWhat it means to race from victory rather than for itThe Michelangelo principle: shedding what doesn't belong to rise higherWhy smoother hands and smoother feet produce faster lap timesThe physical demands nobody talks about in IndyCarHow to manage the warrior mindset on and off the trackWhat "Seek More" means when glory is the goalThree daily habits Stingray uses to walk closer with ChristKey TakeawaysSurrender is not weakness — it's the foundation that frees you to performYour identity cannot be tied to results in a results-driven industryEfficiency wins. Shedding excess unlocks more than adding effort ever willPre-brief the people you love before high-stakes moments — don't try to connect during the battleSurround yourself with communities where your ideal behavior is the normal behaviorAbout Stingray RobbSting Ray Robb is a professional IndyCar driver, God-fearing leader, and faith-driven competitor. Known for his character off the track as well as his performance on it, Sting Ray encourages us to "Seek More." He is an exceptional role model for anyone interested in the intersection of faith, sport, and resilience.Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/stingrayrobb/ This episode is sponsored by:WHOOP — FREE BAND + FREE 1ST-MONTH SUBSCRIPTION: https://join.whoop.com/mgpp THORNE — 25% OFF ALL SUPPLEMENTS: https://www.thorne.com/u/markglicini Other Ways to Listen and Watch🎧 Listen/Watch on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Ruq1L8SNPyGmAqLdrVAVQ 🍎 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grateful-and-full-of-greatness-with-mark-glicini/id1498665905?uo=4 🌐 Visit Mark Glicini's Website: https://www.markglicini.com/