In Conversation with Dr Seun Adigun — Africa's First Winter Olympian Bobsledder
1 August 2023
The first episode of ASU's 'In Conversation with...' series features Dr Seun Adigun — physician, sprinter, and the first African to compete in bobsled at the Winter Olympics. Seun discusses the journey from track athlete to pioneer on the ice, what it means to represent Africa in a sport with little continental history, and her mission to open doors for African athletes in non-traditional disciplines.
Key takeaways
- The journey from sprinting to becoming Africa's first Winter Olympic bobsledder
- The barriers African athletes face when competing in non-traditional sports
- How representation at major events shifts perception and creates new pathways
- The intersection of professional sport, medicine, and advocacy
