What is the worst job you have done?

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Victoria Pendleton British cyclist

Six weeks in my dad’s office doing admin was enough to persuade me to pursue a career in sport.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 22 July 2017 source ↗

Mo Farah British track and field athlete

I have worked in McDonald’s.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 April 2019 source ↗

Kevin Pietersen English cricketer

Nappies aren’t fun!

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 8 June 2019 source ↗

Bradley Wiggins British former professional road and track racing cyclist

I’ve never had a job.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 21 September 2019 source ↗

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