BASEM Conference Programme
Day 1 | 19:30 - 23:00
VICTORIA SUITE (L1)
An Evening with Matthew Syed
BASEM 2026 Conference Dinner – Tuesday, 17 November 2026
We are delighted to announce Matthew Syed as our after-dinner keynote speaker!
Join us for a memorable evening of stimulating ideas and conversations with leading figures from across the world of Sport and Exercise Medicine, featuring Matthew Syed, bestselling author, award-winning journalist, broadcaster and former England number one table tennis player.
One of the leading voices on high performance and cultural change, Matthew is the author of seven bestselling books, including Bounce, Black Box Thinking and Rebel Ideas. Drawing on his experiences in elite sport and his insights into the psychology of success, Matthew will explore the powerful relationship between mindset, resilience, and continuous improvement in achieving excellence.
Expect a thought-provoking and engaging talk that challenges conventional thinking about what it takes to excel.
The evening will also feature the presentation of the prestigious Roger Bannister Medal and David Hemery Award, celebrating outstanding contributions to Sport and Exercise Medicine.
Conference Dinner Details
Date: Tuesday, 17 November 2026
Venue: Park Plaza Victoria London
Drinks Reception: 7.30pm – 8pm
Dinner: 8pm – 11pm
With thanks to our Conference Dinner sponsor, Incision Indemnity
Day 2 | 07:30 - 08:15
Start Day 2 with the BASEM Conference Run!
Join fellow delegates for an optional 5k run through St James’s Park on the morning of Wednesday 18 November, before the conference sessions begin.
The run will be led by BASEM hosts Lucy Wright and Tom Chandy and is open to all paces and levels of fitness.
Meet in the park at 07:30, ready to set off at around 07:40 and finish by about 08:15.
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The run will start and finish at this meeting point in St James’s Park, close to Park Plaza Victoria. There is no charge to take part, but delegates are encouraged to sign up at the Contura stand to help manage numbers.
Come along, enjoy some fresh air and start the day in good company!
The Conference Run is kindly sponsored by Contura. Dr George Bownes, a leading sport and musculoskeletal physician with extensive experience of PRP and Arthrosamid® injections, will join the run and is happy to share his insights and expertise.
