Emma Pooley is a retired British professional cyclist known for her achievements in road racing and time trials. Born on March 3, 1983, in Norwich, England, she gained prominence in the cycling world for her strong performances in various competitions, including the UCI Road World Championships where she won a gold medal in the time trial in 2010. In addition to her success on the bike, Pooley has a background in academia, holding a degree in Engineering from Cambridge University. After retiring from competitive cycling, she has been involved in promoting women's cycling and encouraging young athletes to pursue the sport.