Tully Kearney is a Paralympic champion, a world record holder – and proudly autistic. But for 10 years, she kept her diagnosis a secret from her sport. In this deeply honest interview, Tully reflects on what it’s like to mask, to fear being misunderstood, and ultimately to find her voice and speak out. Her story is a powerful reminder of how neurodivergent athletes can thrive – when sport starts working with difference, not against it.

In this week’s Neurodiverse Sport blog, former rower and current equine therapist Alexandra Hambro opens up about living with ADHD and Auditory Processing Disorder—and how sport became both a sanctuary and a source of pain. From hiding in cloakrooms at school to launching the inclusive platform We Row Like This, Alex shares her journey of fear, resilience, and advocacy. “I’m terrified every day,” she says, “but I show up anyway.” Her story reminds us that safe spaces—whether in boats or classrooms—can transform lives when we listen, adapt, and lead with empathy.