Vassos Alexander

Vassos Alexander is one of the best-known sports broadcasters in the country. He is a presenter, author and endurance runner and is often heard commentating on national radio and television.

But Vassos doesn’t just report on elite sport—he lives it. A passionate and accomplished endurance runner, he has completed over 100 marathons and ultra races, including the legendary 153-mile Spartathlon in Greece, the South Downs Way 100, and several Ironman triathlons. He’s run a marathon in under three hours, tackled mountain trails, and even uses his daily 11-mile commute across London as part of his training. For Vassos, running—and now swimming—are more than just fitness goals; they’re a way of life.

Born and bred in London, Vassos has been working for the BBC since 2004, where he has covered almost every sporting event you can think of - from the Olympics to The Ashes, Wimbledon to Wentworth, the World Cup to the World Darts.

In addition to his broadcasting and sporting accomplishments, Vassos is the author of four acclaimed books including Don’t Stop Me Now and Swimmingly.

Vassos is also a highly sought-after event and awards host, as well as a popular after-dinner speaker known for his warmth, humour and inspiring storytelling. In 2024, he was named an ambassador for the Personal Best Foundation, a charity helping young people from disadvantaged backgrounds achieve their potential through sport.

Vassos Alexander is always delighted to appear as an after dinner speaker at corporate, industry and association dinners, talking about experiences from his extensive career, behind the scenes from great sporting events and the inside story on sports broadcasting.

He is also a confident, entertaining and very experienced live event host and interviewer.

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