FIVE years ago, the word ‘adored’ was not one you thought would ever describe how the British public thought of Andy Murray. But now he is on the verge of ending another record-breaking year with one more milestone. No one has ever won three BBC Sports Personality of the Year awards. Keep up to date […]
WHEN was the last time a Brit had such a year of sporting brilliance as Andy Murray? The Scot was odds-on to complete a hat-trick of BBC Sports Personality of the Year awards after winning in 2013 and 2015 – and sure enough he won the title again in 2016. His year has been rounded […]
MANY young athletes show promise as juniors threatening to become one of the best in their discipline but many fail to live up to their potential. Alistair Brownlee on the other hand has never looked back after showing his capabilities back in 2006 winning gold at the ITU Triathlon Junior World Championships. Ten years on and […]
ADAM PEATY won Britain’s first gold medal in Rio after twice breaking his own world record at the Games, so it’s hardly surprising he is on the shortlist. In his heat he made a statement by setting a record time of 57.55 seconds before going faster again in the final. Peaty romped home in a brilliant […]
LAURA KENNY was a symbol of sporting domination becoming the first British woman to win four Olympic gold medals. She’s had quite the exciting 12 months, with her sporting success, tying the knot with fellow Olympic champion Jason Kenny and now has announced they are expecting a baby. And Laura recently showed off her baby bump as she […]