How AI is discovering athletes that human scouts miss | Richard Felton-Thomas

In this TED Talk, Richard Felton-Thomas discusses how AI and biomechanics can democratize sports talent scouting. He introduces AI Scout, an app that allows young athletes anywhere in the world to perform standardized drills and receive objective assessments using computer vision and AI. Felton-Thomas shares success stories from partnerships with Premier League teams and organizations in India and Senegal, illustrating how the technology helps identify overlooked talent and provide opportunities for athletes from diverse backgrounds. The app is expanding to include multiple languages and sports, with the goal of making talent visible and leveling the playing field globally.