Sports Keynote Speakers

Passion, anecdotes and insights – our sporting celebrities are popular speakers and event hosts, lifting audiences and bringing star quality to awards ceremonies, after dinner events and conferences. Our sporting stars are particularly insightful as keynote speakers on resilience, revealing how they’ve overcome challenges and how to develop a winning mindset. Evoking memories of major sporting triumphs our sports speakers also have a fund of stories to entertain and enlighten your audience.

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Jessica Ennis-Hill athlete keynote and motivational speaker

Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill

Heptathlete, Olympic Gold Medallist, Sports Speaker, Motivational Speaker

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Michale Johnson sports celebrity keynote speaker

Michael Johnson

Record Breaking Athlete, Olympic Gold medallist, Sports Speaker, Motivational Speaker, After Dinner Speaker

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Leah Williamson

England Women’s Football Captain, 2022 Euros winner, Motivational Speaker, International Women’s Day Speaker, Inspirational Speaker, Sports Speaker

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Karen Dark, motivational speaker, sportswoman

Dr Karen Darke MBE

Paralympic Gold Medallist, Guinness World Record Holder, Author, Adventurer, Motivational Speaker

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Rachel Daly

Key member of England's EURO 2022 championships, starred in all 6 games. Played for England at U15-U23 levels & was Aston Villa's latest acquisition in 2022.

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Phil Tufnell

Inspirational Speaker, Presenter, TV Personality, Former Cricketer

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Alistair Brownlee

One of the greatest Triathletes of all time, Olympian, World Champion. Motivational Speaker, Sports Speaker, Speaker on Resilience

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Dame Sarah Storey

Britain's most successful paralympian, 19 x gold medalist, record-breaking elite athlete, keynote speaker on resilience and motivation

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Mo Farah

Multi gold medal-winning Olympic and European Championship Athlete, 5000m and 10,000m runner. Global Charity ambassador, TV Personality

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Michael Phelps

Most Decorated Olympian, 28 medals, Swimmer, Michael Phelps Foundation, Motivational Speaker

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Lucy Bronze

England Women’s International footballer, 2022 Euros winner, International Women’s Day Speaker, Inspirational Speaker, Motivational Speaker, Sports Speaker

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Tanni Grey-Thompson

Paralympic Gold Medallist, Former wheelchair racer, Television Presenter, Politician, Sports and Motivational Speaker, Keynote Speaker on Resilience

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Sir Alastair Cook CBE

Former England Cricket Captain, Sports Speaker, Inspirational Speaker, Commentator

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Mika Hakkinen

Double Formula One World Champion Mika Hakkinen scored back-to-back titles in 1998 and 1999 as lead driver for the all-conquering McLaren Mercedes Benz team.

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Dame Ellen MacArthur

Solo Yachtswoman, set record for fastest round-the-world sail in 2005, Sustainability Speaker, Motivational Speaker, Sports Speaker

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Jamie Carragher

Former Liverpool and England footballer, Keynote Speaker, Events Host, Commentator, Presenter, Sports Speaker

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Alessia Russo

England Women’s International footballer, 2022 Euros winner, Inspirational Speaker, Motivational Speaker, International Women’s Day Speaker, Sports Speaker

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Derek Redmond

An enduring symbol of resilience, first captured the world's attention when he triumphantly crossed the Barcelona Olympics finish line with a snapped hamstring and his father's support.

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Harry Redknapp

Football Manager, West Ham, Tottenham Hotspur, Portsmouth, Winner of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here, After Dinner Speaker

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Aimee Fuller

Event Host and an inspirational, Motivational Speaker

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Anthony Joshua

World Heavyweight Boxing Champion, Olympian, Gold Medallist, Keynote Speaker

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Chloe Kelly

England Women’s International footballer, 2022 Euros winner, International Women’s Day Speaker, Inspirational Speaker, Motivational Speaker, Sports Speaker

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Jonny Wilkinson

Former England Rugby Player, World Cup Winner, British Lions, Six Nations, ITV Sport Pundit, World Rugby Hall of Fame, Keynote Speaker

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Christian Horner motorsport keynote speaker

Christian Horner OBE

Formula 1 racing, Red Bull Racing, Formula Three, Formula 3000, Austrian F1 team Red Bull, Racing Team Management

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Jason Mohammad

Broadcaster hosting Final Score on BBC1, Good Morning Sunday on BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio 5 Live, Snooker and Six Nations Host

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Millie Bright

England and Chelsea footballer, Euro 22 winner, Motivational Speaker, Inspirational Speaker, International Women’s Day Speaker, Sports Speaker

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Mark Gallagher

Held senior roles in the high performance environment of Formula 1 motor racing for over 30 years.

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David Coulthard 2023 sports keynote speaker

David Coulthard MBE

David Coulthard is a former Formula 1 Grand Prix driver, television broadcaster, author and entrepreneur.

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Denise Lewis

Athlete, Olympic Gold Medalist, TV commentator, Broadcaster, Motivational Speaker

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Jacqui Oatley MBE

Sports Presenter, Commentator, Keynote Speaker, Event Host

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Perry McCarthy

Perry McCarthy, ex Formula One driver, a bestselling author and was the original secret racing driver from BBC’s Top Gear - 'The Stig'

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Jamil Qureshi

Performance Coach, Worked with Ryder Cup golfers, Premier League Footballers, Formula 1 Drivers, Ashes-winning cricketers and major corporations

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Luke Tyburski

Extreme Endurance Athlete, Former Professional Footballer, Health, Fitness, Sports Perfor-mance Coach, Author

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Carlton Kirby

Voice Of Cycling, Eurosport, Tour de France, Giro D’Italia, Vuelta d’Espania, Rallying, Endurance Racing, Motorcycling

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Kriss Akabusi MBE

International Athlete, Gold in European Championships, Presenter, Big Breakfast, Record Break-ers, CEO The Akabusi Company, Personal Coach

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Peter Shilton MBE OBE

Goalkeeper, England’s Most Capped Footballer, Golf Fanatic, Strictly Come Dancing, Carlsberg Team Talk campaign, After Dinner Speaker

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Mike Tindall MBE

Motivational Speaker, Inspirational Speaker, Sports Speaker, Former Athlete

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Andy Torbet

Extreme adventure sportsman and explorer, stuntman, film-maker and presenter

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Jill Scott – MBE

England Lioness, Women’s Euros Winner, I’m a Celebrity winner, Motivational Speaker, Sports Speaker, Diversity and Equality Speaker

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Matt Bishop

Former Chief Communications Officer of both the McLaren and Aston Martin Formula 1 teams

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Margaret Alphonsi MBE

Rugby icon, trailblazer, and media professional who's made history in the world of sports and beyond.

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Sarah Hunter

England's rugby legend, record-breaker, and inspirational leader both on and off the field.

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Alexandra Panayotou

Known as "The Energy Lady," is a dynamic speaker and accomplished extreme runner who inspires CEOs and leaders worldwide to overcome challenges, achieve excellence, and cultivate enduring success

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Sir Clive Woodward

England World Cup-winning Rugby Coach, renowned sportsman and speaker, brings winning strategies from elite sports to inspire and elevate businesses worldwide

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René Meulensteen

First Teach Coach at Manchester United under Sir Alex Ferguson, Keynote Speaker on Leadership, Team Building, Cultivating a Winning Culture, High Performance Coach

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Sir Dave Brailsford

A knighted leader, revolutionises sports and business with his '1% Factor', driving teams to unprecedented success and inspiring global change

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Monty Panesar

Iconic figure in English cricket, Monty Panesar played in 50 tests, taking 167 wickets

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Rick Edwards

Presenter of BBC Radio 5 Live Breakfast, BBC1 and Channel 4 Presenter, Journalist at The Observer and Huffington Post, Podcaster, Event & Award Host and Moderator

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Ed Jackson

Former professional rugby player who competed at the highest level for over a decade. After a life-changing accident left him paralysed from the neck down, Ed has since inspired countless people by quite literally climbing mountains.

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Sally Gunnell

The only woman to hold four major track titles concurrently, inspires as an Olympic champion turned keynote speaker and wellbeing advocate, blending lessons from elite sport with practical success strategies.

Top Sporting Talent for your Event

Whether appearing virtually or in person, these high-profile athletes deliver unforgettable experiences at awards ceremonies, after-dinner events, and conferences. Their compelling stories and unique perspectives lift audiences, making each event a memorable occasion. With a blend of motivation and entertainment, our sporting celebrities inspire and engage, leaving a lasting impact on all who attend.

Hire the Best Sporting Celebrities

Our roster of sports stars includes legends from various disciplines, ensuring a perfect fit for any event. These celebrities not only share their journey to success but also offer valuable lessons on teamwork, resilience, and dedication. By choosing our sporting celebrities as speakers or hosts, you bring unparalleled energy and excitement to your event. Book sports speakers for your next awards ceremony, after-dinner event, or conference and watch as they elevate the experience, leaving your audience inspired and enthralled.

Our sporting celebrities are more than just accomplished athletes; they are powerful storytellers who captivate audiences with their passion and experiences. As event hosts and speakers, they bring an undeniable star quality that elevates any occasion, whether it’s an awards ceremony, after-dinner event, or conference. Beyond their athletic achievements, these sporting stars offer profound insights as keynote speakers, particularly on the topic of resilience. They share compelling stories of how they’ve overcome adversity, faced down challenges, and cultivated a winning mindset that can be applied to any walk of life. With their engaging anecdotes and reflections on iconic sporting moments, our sports speakers not only entertain but also inspire and motivate your audience to pursue excellence in their own endeavours.

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