🎧 In this episode, we sit down with veteran sports broadcaster Rupert Bell for a fascinating journey through four decades of covering everything from Wimbledon 🎾 to the Cheltenham Festival 🏇. Rupert shares how a childhood love of sport ❤️ turned into a lifelong career, the thrill of being behind the mic 🎙️ at world-class events, and what it’s really like reporting on royalty 👑 and interviewing those at the top of their game 🏆.
With stories that blend humor 😄, humility 🤝, and insight 💡, Rupert opens up about the changing media landscape 📺, the mindset of elite athletes 🧠, and why enjoying what you do matters more than ever ✨.
🎙️ Do What You LoveTurning passion into profession changes everything.
🏇 Stay AdaptableMedia evolves—those who last, evolve with it.
👑 Keep PerspectivePreparation and humility matter, no matter the stage.
🧠 Elite Athletes Win in the MindTop performers are defined by mental strength, not just talent.
🎙️ Rupert Bell is a veteran sports broadcaster with over 40 years of experience behind the mic. He’s covered iconic events like Wimbledon 🎾, the Cheltenham Festival 🏇, the Ryder Cup ⛳, and the FA Cup ⚽, bringing energy and insight to every moment. Known for his warm delivery and sharp storytelling, Rupert is also a respected royal correspondent 👑, with a growing following on YouTube. His career reflects a rare blend of passion, adaptability, and purpose.
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🔥 Most underrated role in media?Behind-the-scenes roles—technicians, producers, and support staff.
🔥 Three things that give you joy?
His children’s achievements
Aston Villa doing well
Waking up ready to enjoy life
🔥 One unusual thing that gives you pleasure?Growing cucumbers
🔥 Favourite film, book, or artist that isn’t obvious?Black-and-white classics with Cary Grant, Audrey Hepburn, and Humphrey Bogart; music by Supertramp
🔥 One event you haven’t covered but would love to?The Olympics—being on site for the full two weeks
🔥 One athlete you’d love to have dinner with (dead or alive)?Rod Laver, Bobby Jones, or Gordon Richards
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Mentioned:
Rupert Bell, Ollie Bell, Steffi Graf, Andre Agassi, Pete Sampras, Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray, Rory McIlroy, Tiger Woods, Tommy Fleetwood, David Beckham, Carrie Grant, Audrey Hepburn, Humphrey Bogart, Rod Laver, Bobby Jones, Harry Vardon, Gordon Richards, Michel Roux, Princess Anne, Prince William, Kate Middleton, TalkSport, ITV Racing, Wimbledon, Cheltenham Festival, The Open, Ryder Cup, The Masters, FA Cup Final, Rugby World Cup, Grand National, O2 Arena, BBC, TNT Sports, YouTube, National Youth Theatre, British Equestrian Media Association, International Olympic Committee, Drive to Survive