How Hawk-Eye Happened

03/30/23 • 14 min

Tech Chairs - The Sports Technology Podcast

For many, Hawk-Eye IS sports technology and this edition of Tech Chairs, John and Rebecca are joined by ‘The Godfather of Sports Technology’, Paul Hawkins. Paul shares his story, from how he developed and marketed Hawk-Eye, to how it has become the phenomenon that is now an integral part of how we watch sports today.
Paul also nominates his sports tech GOAT (greatest of all time) – but which will he choose? We guarantee his choice will surprise you. Listen now and find out.
To hear more about the ever-changing world of sports technology, listen to another sporting great when Chris Boardman tells us about his sports tech journey. For all sports tech news and insights, don’t forget to subscribe to the Tech Chairs series and sign up for Access Innovation, our fortnightly newsletter.

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How Tech Snuck Up on Sport (Part Two)

This is part two of our brief history of the relationship between sport and technology. In this show we look at the tech-led revolution of the past two decades, as data, new realities and wearable tech shapes how we train, view and engage with the sports we love.
Rebecca and John talk to experts Andy Harland, Naomi Stenhouse, Andy Miah and Ben Langdown, who guide us through these recent changes. And if you thought Mohammed Ali, Michael Jordan or Lionel Messi was sports’ GOAT (greatest of all time) you’ll want to hear why we might disagree.
To find out more about sports tech and tech-led innovations, listen to Part One of How Tech Snuck Up on Sport or if you are fascinated at the impact Hawkeye has had on sports, the next episode is for you. Don’t forget to subscribe to Tech Chairs or sign up for Access Innovation, our fortnightly newsletter.

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How Series One Sizzles…

Anyone who is a self-proclaimed ‘sports nut’ probably thinks they know how sports works.
Think again.
Tech Chairs is the podcast that lifts the lid on how elite sport is getting faster, stronger and better. From F1 to football, sailing to sprinting, tennis to test cricket; whatever your favourite sport, you can be sure that tech is shaping its future.
Presented by veteran sports broadcaster, John Inverdale, and sports entrepreneur, Rebecca Hopkins, the conversation gets unashamedly geeky but if you love sports, you’ll love the learning.
Listen to Tech Chairs and you’ll hear something that is sure to surprise you.