From leaps and jumps to wellness ventures, Greg Rutherford has had quite the journey! 🎉 At 38, this Team GB legend, and the hero of the iconic ‘Super Saturday’ at the London 2012 Olympics, has worn many hats since hanging up his spikes. Not only did he clinch gold with style back then, he bagged bronze at Rio 2016 and made history holding multiple titles at once across Olympics, Worlds, Euros, and the Commonwealth Games. 🥇
But life after athletics hasn’t been all smooth sailing. In a shocking twist, Greg faced an excruciating abdominal injury while competing on Dancing on Ice in 2024, likening it to having a “C-section without anaesthetic.” 😱 Despite this, Greg has exhibited the resilience he’s famous for.
Tragically, around the same time, his beloved dog, Gus, succumbed to cancer. Greg expressed his heartbreak, calling Gus ‘his training partner and best mate.’ 💔
Yet, with resilience as his backbone, Greg has ventured into the world of wellness, partnering with fellow Olympian Andrew Steele. Together, they’ve acquired Aila, a brand of matcha-based superfood blends, offering nature-packed alternatives to synthetic pre-workouts. Talk about a leap of faith! 🌱💪
Greg is also a devoted family man with three lovely kids – Milo, Rex, and Daphne – with partner Suzie Verrill. In 2023, the strong pair shared the news of a son’s autism diagnosis, showcasing their candid approach to life’s challenges.
From Olympic glory to overcoming personal hurdles, Greg continues to inspire, proving he’s as much a winner off the track as on it. Here’s to his next chapter! 🌟
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