Chemmy Alcott

Chemmy Alcott, a four-time Winter Olympian and Britain’s most successful female downhill ski racer, now inspires audiences with her journey of resilience and achievement. After being voted the Sunday Times Junior Sportswoman of the Year in 1995, Chemmy Alcott established herself as Britain’s most successful female downhill ski racer and a four-time Winter Olympian. Her talent was further evidenced in 1999, earning her a European Youth Olympics Silver Medal in Super G and a Bronze Medal in Giant Slalom. Alcott made her FIS race debut in August 1997, followed by her World Cup debut in 1999.

Post-retirement, Alcott swiftly transitioned into a prominent broadcasting career, serving as a presenter for BBC Ski Sunday and providing insightful commentary for British Eurosport. Her expertise led to her joining the BBC’s official team covering the 2018 Winter Olympics, bringing her firsthand knowledge to a wide audience. Beyond broadcasting, Alcott actively contributes to the development of young talent, having co-founded CDC Performance, an alpine ski team dedicated to nurturing aspiring skiers. Her career underscores exceptional determination and resilience, continuing to inspire audiences with her journey of achievement and her ongoing role as a leading voice in winter sports commentary and development.