
Keynote speaker
Sir AP (Tony) McCoy OBEA Record-Breaking Champion of Elite Performance and Resilience
- Based in
- UK
- Fee tier
- Established£5k – £10k indicative · subject to negotiation
- Languages
- English
About Sir AP (Tony) McCoy OBE
Sir AP McCoy OBE is the most decorated jump jockey in the history of the sport, having secured the title of British Champion Jockey for an unprecedented twenty consecutive years. Throughout a legendary career that began as a teenager in Ireland, he recorded over 2,000 more victories than any other rider. His extraordinary achievements include winning the sport's most prestigious honors, such as the Grand National and the Cheltenham Gold Cup. Beyond the racecourse, he has been recognised as the BBC Sports Personality of the Year and is now a prominent presenter for ITV Racing.
Throughout his two decades at the pinnacle of his profession, McCoy demonstrated a level of physical and mental resilience rarely matched in any discipline. Having endured over 750 bone fractures from more than 650 falls, he offers unique perspectives on the commitment required to maintain a winning streak and the psychological strength needed to overcome recurring obstacles. He translates these experiences into sessions on the mechanics of elite performance, the value of mentorship, and the necessity of building trust within a high-stakes team environment.
Outside of his competitive pursuits, he has made significant contributions to charitable causes, including raising over £2.5 million for pancreatic cancer research. Whether discussing the role of data in modern sport or the importance of balancing focus with well-being, his narrative is one of absolute dedication and recovery. He is booked for his ability to translate the grit of a world-class athlete into universal lessons on leadership and enduring excellence.
On stage, Sir AP (Tony) McCoy OBE is best known for talks on Resilience and Peak Performance. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room.
Their work resonates with leaders across Motivational Speaking and Sport, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy.
Sir AP (Tony) McCoy OBE is regularly booked for Motivational Speaker and Presenter & Awards Host, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A.
Based in UK, Sir AP (Tony) McCoy OBE travels internationally for engagements.
To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Sir AP (Tony) McCoy OBE would approach your audience.
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Frequently asked questions
- How do I book Sir AP (Tony) McCoy OBE?
- Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm Sir's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
- How much does Sir AP (Tony) McCoy OBE cost to book?
- Sir AP (Tony) McCoy OBE sits in our Established fee tier (£5k – £10k indicative). Fees are tier ranges and are subject to negotiation depending on event date, location, format and audience size — we help negotiate the final fee as part of the booking. Send an enquiry and we'll come back with a firm quote.
- What topics does Sir AP (Tony) McCoy OBE speak on?
- Sir speaks on Resilience, Peak Performance.
- What languages does Sir AP (Tony) McCoy OBE present in?
- Sir presents in English.
- Where is Sir AP (Tony) McCoy OBE based?
- Sir is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.
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