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Steve Cram Biography
Steve Cram is one of the world’s most successful middle distance athletes of all time. Since retiring he has become one of the BBC’s most respected Presenters and commentators and is busy on the corporate scene as a motivational speaker.
In the begininng and beyond
In a career spanning over three decades since appearing as a 17 year old at the Commonwealth Games in 1978 Steve Cram’s many achievements include six Gold medals at the Commonwealth Games and the European and World Championships.
At the 1984 Olympic Games held in Los Angeles, Steve Cram returned from injury to take a Silver medal in the 1500m behind Sebastian Coe. The following year he broke World records in the 1500m, 2000m and a mile, all within 19 days; the latter lasting almost 9 years.
Steve Cram's Life after athletics
Since retiring from competitive athletics Steve has become a very successful television commentator, first with Eurosport, and then with Channel 4 before joining the BBC as the Chief Athletics Commentator.
Steve Cram has co-presented the 2000 Sydney Olympics, the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City and in Athens in 2004 where his commentary of Kelly Holmes’ victories will always be well remembered.
Steve has also been a regular contributor to BBC Radio 5 Live including hosting popular 606 and Sunday Sport. 2006 saw Steve front the ‘Run for Glory’ programme alongside Sally Gunnell, following a number of individuals during their training for the London Marathon.
BBC Sports Personality of the Year
Following an incredible season in 1983 Steve was voted BBC Sports Personality of the Year, one of the few athletes to have won the award, and in 1986 he was awarded an MBE.
Corporate motivational speaking
Steve Cram is an excellent corporate / motivational speaker and conference host. He has worked with blue chip clients such as Norwich Union, HSBC and Hewlett Packard.
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Steve Cram News
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The Winter Olympics in Vancouver
12th February 2010
The 8 hour time difference between the UK and Vancouver means that tonight's opening ceremony for the Winter Olympics doesn't get underway until the early hours of tomorrow morning. Skeleton bob medallist hopeful, Shelley Rudman will carry the Olympic flag for Great Britain at the opening ceremony. Hazel Irvine, Sue Barker and Clare Balding will be hosting the coverage on the BBC, where live TV coverage will begin around 7pm every evening. There will also be a roundup show at lunchtimes to catch up on the overnight action. Gold medallist, Matthew Pinsent will also be reporting on TV, along with Steve Cram, Rhona Martin and British skating icon, Robin Cousins.
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7th May 2013
Snooker player, Ronnie O’Sullivan beat Barry Hawkins to win the Betfair World Championships at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield.
Mike Forde Links Business to Football
18th April 2013
Business speaker and one of the UK’s leading sports executives, Mike Forde has compared the ideas and practices used in professional football to those used in business environments.
Anna Watkins Announces She is Pregnant
25th March 2013
Olympic double skulls champion and motivational speaker, Anna Watkins, has announced that she is pregnant.
Chris Boardman Supports Fellow Cyclist
4th March 2013
Olympic Gold medallist and motivational speaker, Chris Boardman, supported fellow cyclist, Martyn Irvine after his win at the World Track Championships.
Mark Hunter Deliberates Over Rio
25th February 2013
Motivational speaker and double Olympic medalist, Mark Hunter is deliberating whether or not he will return for the Rio Olympic Games in 2016.
Karen Pickering defends Tom Daley
21st February 2013
Motivational speaker and former swimming world champion, Karen Pickering, has voiced her opinion on Olympic athletes receiving media attention in light of the criticism that athletes received in the run up to 2012.
Steve Black Believes Jonny Wilkinson Has What It Takes
18th February 2013
Steve Black, keynote speaker and Jonny Wilkinson’s coach for 15 years, believes Wilkinson has what it takes to become a great coach.
Debra Searle's Ice Mums
5th February 2013
Motivational speaker and awe-inspiring sportswoman Debra Searle has announced plan to take a group of mums trekking to the South Pole.
Dee Caffari Sails In Middle East
1st February 2013
Inspirational yachtswoman Dee Caffari has taken her success to the Middle East in the impressive position of coach and skipper of the Women's Sailing Team in Oman.
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