She first tried Para triathlon in 2011, following her participation in the 2012 Paralympic Games in London. Her uncle's advice played a crucial role in this transition. She realised her swimming skills were transferable to triathlon, which led her to compete in the British nationals, where she secured second place.

Achievements and Milestones

Her achievements include winning the women's PTS5 event at the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo. This victory made her the first British female triathlete to win a Paralympic gold medal. She also became the first British triathlete of any gender to win more than one Paralympic medal in the sport.

Challenges and Recovery

In March 2024, she tested positive for COVID-19 and struggled with long COVID for several months. This affected her preparations for the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. Despite these challenges, she remained optimistic about her recovery and training, relying on medical staff for guidance.

Aspirations for Winter Games

She aims to compete in Nordic skiing at the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games in Milan-Cortina. Her interest in this sport was piqued while commentating at the 2022 Beijing Winter Paralympics. She believes her triathlon training will help her excel in Nordic skiing.

Break and Return

After the 2020 Paralympic Games, she took an 18-month break from sports. During this period, she began training for Para Nordic skiing, which reignited her passion for sports. This new challenge helped her merge skills from both sports, enhancing her performance.

Other Activities

In November 2023, she started serving as a non-executive director for the British Olympic Foundation. She has also worked as a commentator for Channel 4 at various sporting events, including the 2020 Paralympic Games and the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

Television Appearances

Her television appearances include participating in 'Strictly Come Dancing' and 'Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins'. These appearances have added another dimension to her public profile.

Awards and Recognition

She was named a Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2022 New Year's Honours list. She has also received several awards, including Female Para Triathlete of the Year by British Triathlon in 2014 and 2015.

Personal Life

Outside of sports, she enjoys baking, cooking, and spending time with family. She is also pursuing a degree in Psychology from the University of Portsmouth.

Her journey is a testament to resilience and adaptability. Despite facing numerous challenges, she continues to excel across multiple sports while inspiring others through her motivational speaking engagements.