76. Polka dot jersey winner Pippa York on finding happiness

Emma and Robyn are joined by 1984 Tour de France polka dot jersey winner Pippa York, formerly known as Robert Millar, who is now working in journalism and human rights. York, who transitioned after her retirement in 1995 and came back into public life in 2017, discusses highlights from her racing career, the 1985 ‘Stolen Vuelta’, and the current cycling scene, as well as the story of her transition, her exponentially growing happiness, and about trans people in sport.

Interview starts at 6m35s

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