Deep Dive
Why did Gabby Logan fall into rhythmic gymnastics instead of tennis?
She initially wanted to be a tennis player, but when her family moved back to the UK from Vancouver, there were no indoor tennis courts available. She followed her sister to gymnastics and eventually became more focused on it.
What was Gabby Logan's most memorable childhood dinner table moment?
She once had an argument with her father in a Spanish restaurant over a pair of shoes. Her father challenged her to eat an entire jar of mustard to earn the shoes, which she attempted but eventually stopped due to her mother's intervention.
How did Gabby Logan's husband's first Christmas gift to her go?
It was a mix of overly generous but random gifts, including a guitar, rollerblades, and a piece of art she didn't like. They laugh about it now, as her husband had shopped with a friend who had poor taste.
What was Gabby Logan's favorite meal during the Paris Olympics?
She loved the poke bowls from a nearby restaurant, which she frequented so much that the staff eventually told her they wouldn't be open the day before the Olympics ended.
How did Gabby Logan meet her husband, Kenny Logan?
They met in a bar in Chelsea. He approached her after a rugby game, and they ended up chatting until the early hours of the morning at a 24-hour restaurant.
What was Gabby Logan's experience taking Jessica Ennis to a Barry's Bootcamp class?
It was a funny experience where the instructor confused all the women for being named Gabby, including Jess Ennis. People in the class recognized Jess and were confused about why she was there.
What was Gabby Logan's last supper menu?
She would start with a proper French onion soup, followed by a variety of Ottolenghi-style vegetable dishes, a big fillet of beef, and a sticky toffee pudding with vanilla ice cream for dessert. She would pair it with vintage champagne and a gin and tonic.
How did Gabby Logan's father become a Leeds United player?
He was offered a trial after being spotted, and during the trial, he noticed the contract offers on the table. Another boy was offered a contract, but his family refused unless his twin brother was also offered one. As a result, Gabby's father got the spot.
What was Gabby Logan's most nostalgic food memory?
Making a stew similar to the ones her mother used to make during cold days. The smell and taste of the stew transported her back to childhood, recalling family dinners after sports activities.
What was Gabby Logan's experience cooking for Mary Berry?
She was extremely nervous and took a whole day off work to prepare a lamb dinner with a cheesecake for dessert. Mary Berry enjoyed the meal and even asked for the recipe for the salsa that accompanied the lamb.
- Gabby Logan's family background in sports
- Her experience as a rhythmic gymnast
- Her transition to sports journalism
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