Emily Batty Announces Retirement from Professional Racing
Emily Batty has announced on social media that she will be stepping away from professional racing.
After an incredible career racing World Cups Emily Batty has achieved more than 17 World Cup podiums, two World Championship bronze medals, two third-place overall World Cup series results, a fourth place at the Rio Olympics and more than nine Canadian Nationals Championships wins. Emily does not know what the future holds but says that she is heading off on a new journey to impact the sport in different ways.
 | Dear fans, supporters, and cherished friends, Today marks a new journey that fills me with nostalgia and anticipation. With mixed emotions, I announce my retirement from professional mountain biking. As I reflect upon my incredible career, I am grateful for the remarkable experiences, victories, and connections that have shaped me into the person I am today. First and foremost, I want to express my deepest appreciation to all of you—my dedicated fans and supporters. You have been the driving force behind my accomplishments, the wind beneath my wings. Your unwavering encouragement and belief in me have propelled me to reach the heights I had dreamt of. Whether cheering me on from the sidelines or engaging with me through the digital realm, your presence has made this journey genuinely remarkable. I will forever cherish the memories of standing on the World Cup podiums and representing Canada at two Olympic Games—a testament to the countless hours of training, sacrifice, and sheer determination. To finish twice third overall in the World Cup series and have graced the World Cup podium 17+ times is an achievement that will forever fill my heart with pride. The bronze medals at the World Championships in 2016 and 2018, the fourth-place finish at the Olympics in Rio, and the 9+ Canadian Nationals Championships victories have all become indelible milestones intricately woven into the fabric of my personal story. Throughout my journey as a professional athlete and someone who’s had the opportunity to experience the highest of the highs and the lowest of the lows, I have come to appreciate that success extends beyond medals. The true essence of my experience lies in the invaluable lessons learned, the memorable encounters, and the moments of personal growth that arise when confronting challenges head-on. I frequently look back at my first Olympics and representing Canada in London 2012 despite breaking my collarbone three days before the event. It holds a special place in my heart. The rollercoaster experience of pushing through the pain, finishing on the lead lap, and defying the odds remains a testament to the resilience and unwavering spirit of the character as an athlete. Looking back on that incredible journey, I am filled with immense pride, knowing I gave it my all despite the challenges. As I reflect on all these moments, I am reminded that the core of life’s meaning and purpose lies not in pursuing medals and achievements but in the journey of self-improvement through unwavering dedication to our craft, experiences, and skill advancement. It is a testament to our character, reflecting who we are and what we strive for, and how this transformation unfolds beautifully, leading us to become enlightened and better versions of ourselves. Every triumph, setback, and connection made throughout this extraordinary journey has molded me into the person standing before you today. As I embark on this new chapter, I carry the invaluable lessons, profound friendships, and unwavering support from those who have stood by my side. I am grateful for the chance to contribute to the sport’s evolution and pave the way for future generations of athletes fueled by resilience and passion. Collaborating and being supported by extraordinary brands has been an honor beyond words. Their unwavering support and belief in my abilities have amplified my accomplishments and helped me make a lasting impact within the industry. I am genuinely grateful for the opportunities they provided, the partnerships we cultivated and continue to cultivate. But beyond the medals, the victories, and the brand affiliations, what has truly touched my soul is the people I have met on this extraordinary journey. Each encounter, whether in person or online, has enriched my life and shaped my perspective. The connections I forged with all of you, my fans and supporters, have been the lifeblood of my motivation. Your energy and passion have fueled my own. Over time, we cultivated a tremendous digital fanbase of nearly 1 million followers worldwide and continue to do so. The unwavering support and growth I’ve experienced through these digital channels have been precious to me throughout my career, and I am eternally grateful. It has provided me with a platform and a voice to express my true self, showcase the brands I have proudly represented, and share the profound connections I’ve forged along this extraordinary journey. As I step away from professional mountain bike racing and embark on a new journey in the sport, I am faced with the excitement and uncertainty that lie ahead. Having dedicated myself to cycling from age 13, the next chapter of my career will undoubtedly be challenging. Yet, I embrace this challenge with open arms and an eager heart. The possibilities are vast, and I am filled with a sense of purpose to explore new avenues, contribute to the sport of cycling in different ways, and continue growing as an individual. While I may not have all the answers right now, I am brimming with ideas and opportunities that lie in wait. The passion, determination and experiences that fueled my athletic career will undoubtedly propel me forward into this next phase of my life in cycling. I invite you all to join me on this new adventure as I navigate uncharted territories, discover new passions, and seek to impact the sport in new ways. Thank you, once again, for being a part of this extraordinary ride. Your unwavering support and belief in me have been the driving force behind my success. |
Emily will be missed amongst the action in cross-country races, but we wish her the best of luck with the next chapter.
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The way she handled he end of her Canyon Team without so much as an acknowledgement or thank you to Jenn Jackson, Laurie Arsenault or the other team members was unprofessional.
Also when was the last time major sponsors like Redbull & Canyon ended contracts with current national champions & without any well wishes or thank yous from either side. And for someone so committed to her digital presence its quite interesting she still lists them as sponsors when they are clearly not.
And it's hard to overlook the Instagram content. I'm not a "girli girl" but alot of her content objectified her body & the way she responded to men commenting on her body is not something I would want my niece (or nephew) to look up to. To be clear I have no time or respect for the people who post about how hot her batty booty is.
She is a tremendously gifted athlete who achieved almost all of her goals, but her professional public persona is not something to be admired.
ya what a terrible career... idiot
And what about more than 9 national titles? 10 probably?
Congratulations on a beautiful career in the golden years of Women’s sport. Athletes like you gave me reason to follow the ladies’ category and appreciate a different style of racing. All the best!
From a person standpoint, I raced in a citizens class and beat my employer but 2:00 mins and rather than being excited for me, a smear campaign was put out that I was doing steroids and many other things then using what I believed to be "friends" to try and manipulate me into confessing I was on roids... again pathetic. Ended up resigning after almost a 10 year stint because of his behaviour and how toxic of person he truly is. In a citizens race.... pathetic and bruised his ego and obviously his self esteem is so bad this is the level people like that succumb to....maybe the fact that I was 20 years younger than you and trained 6 days a week for 12 weeks may have something to do with it? FYI.... the 4 week FTP program on Zwift is no joke. Gained 40 watts in 4 weeks. Also ended up quitting racing and my job because of how big of a loser he actually is in real life. People may not see what I see but wow...maybe go to a psychologist to get over your childhood trauma vs taking it out on those who outshine you. Paying people off to do your dirty will surface one day...and I'll be on the sidelines to watch.
With that being said, I'm not shocked at how hurt and upset Hannah is, especially after that video. No matter if there is sanctioned testosterone levels, biological males will have an advantage over female riders. Period. Think about this from an empathy stand point.... if a female who classified themselves as a male competed in the men's division.... would they even make qualifiers at the elite level with heavy competition throughout the field?
If the UCI wants to implicate and support transgender racing (I do as well) I feel there should be a new category for them to compete in. Even if there are only a handful of riders. Maybe it will help include additional racers from the transgender community to compete, train, a set goals to become the best they can be.
Women's racing should be for women only. Period. The garbage that women have put with from Alpha's for centuries is appalling and support them for who they are! Amazingly talent athletes earning their spot on a worldwide level.
I still remember watching emily batty compete at a Canadian World Cup event in 2007 and thought to myself, "who is this girl?" She was a ray of sunshine both on and off her bike. Some many female riders I knew and rode with looked up to her and Emily gave them such inspiration that they themselves pushed their limits to compete in racing and podium in different categories in multiple disciplines. The smile, the energy and overall effort she put into mountain biking has not gone unnoticed on a worldwide scale. Even in her last years as a professional racer, she still kept off pushing no matter where she finished and people were always talking about her. That means something.
Thank you Emily for everything you have done for the sport of mountain biking across all levels. I hope that whatever adventure you have planned next is as successful as your amount in biking career! Keep your head up and ray of sunshine glowing! You truly are an inspiration all over the world!
I can hear comments like....
"Killips was only disqualified to keep him/her off the podium"
"Funny that the two trans racers finished 4th and 5th not letting them get to the podium"
And so forth....
Not saying it's right because in my opinion that is a disqualification without question. This sickens me and has pushed out an amazingly talent athlete to the point of retiring in her prime. It's sad and my heart goes out to her.
No disqualification for that is a joke and the fact that not one person in upper management supported Hannah... well... shame on them, the UCI and killips for going to that length. Clearly Hannah is a better technical rider as per the video feeds and didn't need to get off her bike to ride through the technical course conditions. All done just to protect a fragile ego, trying to maintain a spot in the race and should be ashamed of themselves as an elite athlete.
When you have a million social followers you start to make real money, likely more than you can as a professional racer and it's certainly easier than grinding it out on the WCXC circuit. Sad facts but true.
Cheers to a great career and a new one as an "influencer".
Why blame her for earn money on his beauty?
So she is not a role model because retarted dumbs comment that she has a great ass?
I find her take it not too seriously like most of IG or other social womens thar litterally have done...nothing.
Every single pro in every sport do this, mens too.
Your face is your brand.
Good luck with the future. Be proud of your achievements on and off the bike.
Many great F1 drivers never won either.
Many hall of fame baseball players never won it all.
I will do what I must.
It also doesn’t hurt that she’s attractive and puts energy into her social media presence.
Adam Morka is her husband, and the fellas helping her were her brothers (afaik).
There was speculation for a while by the sudden dissolution of her team, the silence from both her and her teammates, and no early season races.
The fact she announced now and not last year pretty much indicates she was probably shopping around for a last minute ride that never came.
Older men have children with younger women all the time. As of late there are some notable, very, very old male celebs having children with very young women. The autism and other developmental issues due to age of parents comes from the egg side of things.
As someone who was in this situation 10 years ago, I’ve/we’ve done my/our research and consulted doctors.
“ Advanced maternal age is associated with a decrease in egg quality. This means that as your age goes up, your egg quality goes down. "Older" eggs are more likely to cause chromosomal anomalies. A lot of these chromosomal anomalies are what healthcare providers screen for in the first trimester.“
Old sperm greatly increases the likelihood of autism, old eggs are generally responsible for other birth defects (by old I mean 25+ year old parents).
www.verywellhealth.com/older-parents-and-autism-risk-for-child-5199211
The women’s egg has a much higher probability of mutations.
The risk factors was the secondary statement, which still holds.
"I realize that I need to find a better life balance. Spending so much time on the bike training hasn't allowed me enough time on pinkbike and instagram to be hit on by 16-74 year old boys. My gold medal boy is out there somewhere deep in my DMs and with the right plan and dedication, I'll find him."
Keep trying boys!
It is now stuck in my brain...
Nobody thinks that sponsorship decisions are based 100% on results. An ugly racist a*shole that won every race would lose their sponsors quickly.
top 50 is pretty easy if your a decent rider