In Episode 47 of the Virtual Velo Podcast, Chris and Emma welcome elite esports cyclist Elyse Gallegos. The IRONMAN champion and mother to two young boys is proud to represent the USA in the semi-finals of the 2024 UCI Cycling Esports World Championship.
Elyse shares her experience balancing family priorities while striving for personal athletic goals. She is equally passionate about promoting cycling esports and raising awareness of the potential for athletes throughout the US and worldwide.
Her sincere excitement for the future of cycling esports is infectious. Tune in to learn how she plans to get it done and punch her ticket to Abu Dhabi in October.
The episode also delivers in-depth reporting on several hot Cycling Esports topics and important updates:
- Cycling Esports World Championship Open Qualifier details on MyWhoosh
- Smart Trainer Standardization for the World Championship Live Event Final in Abu Dhabi
- Upcoming Zwift Elite Racing Season
Don’t miss out on the unique opportunity to delve even deeper into the intriguing topics discussed in this episode. We’ve curated a selection of articles that inspired our conversation, providing you with exclusive insights.
- Get to Know Zwift Grand Prix 2023/24 Elite Cyclist Elyse Gallegos [Zommunique, January 1, 2024]
- UCI Releases 2024 Cycling Esports World Championship Race Book Clarifying Event Details [Zommunique, June 5, 2024]
- 2024 UCI Cycling Esports World Championship Public Qualification Pathway Details Revealed [Zommunique, July 16, 2024]
- Zwift Takes Step Toward Commitment to Elevate Homegrown Cycling Esports Stars and Grassroots Growth in 2024/25 [Zommunique, July 15, 2024]
- The Olympic Esports Games set for 2025: here’s what we know about the event [Cycling Weekly, January 31, 2024]
Join us for a conversational ride where we not only lend a voice to the digital athlete but also bridge the gap between athlete and avatar. We invite you to be part of this exciting exploration of the future of virtual sport and digital athlete engagement!
Ep. 47: Elite Cycling Esports Star Elyse Gallegos
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