Running Things

Running under quarantine with Luke Mathews and Sean Whipp

Episode Summary

In episode one, our host and TEMPO editor Riley Wolff gives some insight on Gen Gregson’s record-breaking run at the Tan – including how it all came together and how it went down on the day. Our special guest this week is Luke Mathews. Riley chats with the 800m and 1500m star about the highs and lows of his career so far, what it’s like to sign a professional contract and how his training is impacted by current coronavirus restrictions. We also speak to Sean Whipp about the postponement of the 2020 Olympics, the implications for Japan and which athletes benefit from the decision.

Episode Notes

In episode one, our host and TEMPO editor Riley Wolff gives some insight on Gen Gregson’s record-breaking run at the Tan – including how it all came together and how it went down on the day.

Our special guest this week is Luke Mathews. Riley chats with the 800m and 1500m star about the highs and lows of his career so far, what it’s like to sign a professional contract and how his training is impacted by current coronavirus restrictions.

We also speak to Sean Whipp about the postponement of the 2020 Olympics, the implications for Japan and which athletes benefit from the decision.

Links

Gen Gregson sets a new record at the Tan
Riley Wolff on Instagram
Luke Mathews on Instagram
Sean Whipp on Twitter
TEMPO Journal on Instagram
tempojournal.com