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From fashion to fast cars – the incredible journey of a cultural icon.

In this electrifying episode of Beyond The Athlete, we’re joined by Maximillion Cooper, the visionary behind the world famous Gumball 3000. From leaving home at 18 to pursue fashion in London, modelling for top brands, and diving into motorsport culture, Maximillion’s story is one of bold moves, creative ambition, and building a lifestyle empire from the ground up.

What to Expect:
• Life lessons from leaving home young
• Behind the scenes of the fashion & modelling industry
• The birth of Gumball 3000 and its cultural impact
• The fusion of style, sport, and spectacle
• Insights on entrepreneurship, branding, and legacy

You can also watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mFuqgM4PacY?si=9Ehfh2tJVb798S0f

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Coach David reflects on his podcasting journey from humble beginnings to international reach, emphasizing the importance of simply starting rather than overthinking your goals.

• Just start – don't overcomplicate things or overthink it
• Learning happens along the way – from video production to social media management
• We're scaling up the Nation Sports Association with multiple community partners
• This summer brings major events including a Europe-wide football tournament
• Building international connections in Netherlands and France
• The greats never take shortcuts – excellence requires discipline behind the scenes
• We owe our best to the next generation who will carry on the legacy
• The podcast now reaches listeners worldwide from Rwanda to Singapore to Australia

Subscribe to Beyond the Athlete on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Soundcloud and all listening platforms. Follow Coach David at @coachdavidbbn on Instagram and don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe!

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In this special solo episode, Coach David dives into a powerful reflection on what it truly means to be great. Drawing from his journey in sports, fashion, and community building, he unpacks the lessons, habits, and mindsets he’s learned from speaking with top athletes, creatives, and leaders.

From the sacrifices behind the scenes to the inner battles that shape greatness, this episode explores how greatness is not just about talent but about resilience, consistency, and purpose.

Whether you’re an athlete, creative, or someone striving to reach your potential, this episode will challenge you to redefine your own vision of greatness.

Listen now and be inspired to become the best version of yourself.

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