That Race

David Griffin

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ISBN: 9781923259188
Publish Date: 30/07/2026
Page Count: 136

Cathy Freeman is a star who shines on as an inspiration.

She is amongst the best athletes Australia and the world has seen. Three months before the Atlanta Olympics, her career took off at Stawell, a whistle stop town on the drive from Melbourne to Adelaide, Australia.

That Race, celebrates the 1996 Stawell women’s 400 metres, and the rise of a superstar. But its much more. It’s the six other women in that race, plus eight from other sports who‘s journeys will stay with us. Each story explores significant life moments away from the roar of the crowd.

That Race is for all of us. Each day in ways seen or unseen, in different lanes and at different speeds, we all run in our own race. Enjoy That Race. Share it with others.



About the author:

David Griffin is a former footballer turned runner and is the current General Manager of Emerging Brands at Munro Footwear Group in Australia.

With a corporate leadership background he has held senior roles with brands such as Nike and Puma and has worked in international markets. David has produced multiple documentaries and is driven by a belief in the power of storytelling to inspire meaningful change. His creative work is grounded in a commitment to inclusion and diversity, with a particular focus on supporting First Peoples and underrepresented communities.

An avid runner, lifelong learner, and passionate change-maker, David continues to be fascinated by people and the stories they tell.