Georgie Thompson, once the beloved voice of Sky Sports and Premier League Years, has taken her life in exciting new directions since leaving the TV spotlight. After a standout career at Sky, she transitioned to various sports programmes and tied the knot with none other than Olympic sailing hero, Sir Ben Ainslie. Now known as Lady Ainslie, Georgie co-hosts a hit podcast with her husband, sharing insights and laughs with listeners around the world.
Sir Ben, famous for snagging gold in four consecutive Olympic Games, shared how their differences make them click. He describes Georgie as a social butterfly compared to his reserved nature. Their journey from meeting at a sports dinner to having two children, Bellatrix and Fox, is as charming as it is inspiring.
The couple have also become business partners, launching a performance powders brand when Georgie noticed the benefit supplements had for sailing teams. Their podcast, “Performance People,” has become a sensation, featuring big names like F1 legend Toto Wolff and actor Stanley Tucci.
Before all this, Georgie launched her media career as a production assistant for GMTV and, after making waves at Sky Sports from 2001, she became synonymous with shows covering major events like the US Open and Wimbledon. Her passion for sport and dynamic presence ensured she was always a face to remember at Sky.
After leaving Sky in 2013, she further broadened her horizons in the States with Fox Sports before returning to UK airwaves on Radio 5 Live’s “Fighting Talk.” Her career is a testament to her versatility and love for sport. Cheers to Georgie and Sir Ben for proving that love and professional dreams can sail hand in hand! 🌟⛵🎙️