Ali Smith: Paralympian back for Commonwealth Games after miscarriages

Smith’s husband Mike has been by her side through her recovery, watching her train at Loughborough.

“Psychologically, it’s hard, if not harder at times [to return to competition]. She’s shown that athletic resilience that she’s made a career out of,” he said.

“I’m so proud of the journey she’s had in the last 12 months. Obviously we would like a different outcome, twice, but I could not be prouder.”

Woodison says he is a “loud” spectator, adding: “I’m normally quite close to the track and my voice nearly goes, cheering her on, but I’ll probably do the same again.”

After saying she nearly quit the sport after the 2024 Paralympics in Paris, this could be Smith’s last major event.

“I feel very differently towards it. I’m just going to enjoy it, have fun and not put pressure on myself,” added Smith, who trains at the British Athletics base at Loughborough University.

“My family will be there to support me and I’m just having a bit of faith.”