Virtual Velo Podcast-Ep. 8: Esports Legend Lionel Vujasin!

In Episode Eight of the Virtual Velo Podcast, cycling esports legend Lionel Vujasin sits down to chat with Joy, Ken, Nathan, and Chris in a rare interview.

Lio opens up about his rocky relationship with elite esports, his love-hate with the UCI Cycling Esports World Championship, why he almost didn’t get a ticket to the dance, and so much more.

From the early days, to a day in the life, and the honest scoop on the legend of “The Duck.”

If you’re a fan of esports or transcendent athletic talent in general, you won’t want to miss this one!
 

To learn more about Lionel check out An Interview with Esports Champ, Lionel Vujasin

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Ep. 8: Esports Legend Lionel Vujasin

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