- Sir Chris Hoy has cancer
- Undergoing chemotherapy, feels fine
- Remains optimistic, surrounded by love
Last year, the former Team GB cyclist received a diagnosis that left him “optimistic, positive, and surrounded by love,” he said.
Sir Chris Hoy, a six-time Olympic gold medallist, has revealed he has been diagnosed with cancer.
The former track cyclist made the announcement on Instagram, stating that although he had intended to keep the prognosis private, “circumstances have forced my hand.”
Sir Chris shared that he is undergoing treatment, which includes chemotherapy, but added, “At this moment, I feel fine.”
After revealing his diagnosis a year ago, the 47-year-old stated he is “happy, optimistic, and surrounded by love.”
Sir Chris said the diagnosis came as a “huge shock” to him, as he had not previously shown any symptoms.
The specific type of cancer he is being treated for was not disclosed.
The ex-Team GB cyclist, knighted in 2008, also stated that his recovery is going well and he is “extremely grateful” for the support he has received.
“In the current situation, I am receiving chemotherapy as part of my treatment. I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to all the healthcare professionals for their incredible support and care.
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“While I appreciate any support, I prefer to manage this matter privately. My thoughts and feelings are with the many people facing similar challenges.
Sir Chris has won six Olympic gold medals and one silver across three Games (Athens, Beijing, and London 2012) and is an eleven-time world champion.
Sir Chris was the most successful British Olympian until Tokyo, when Sir Jason Kenny overtook him with these medal tallies.
“As one might expect, the past few months have been incredibly challenging,” the Scot continued after sharing his prognosis.
“However, I am currently well and continue to work, cycle, and go about my daily life without significant changes.
“The year ahead is particularly exciting with the Paris Olympics in July.” “I can’t wait to get stuck in, enjoy it, and share it all with you.”
MOTD host Gary Lineker tweeted in response to the news: “Terribly sad news. Wishing @chrishoy a full recovery. “Such a lovely guy.”
Support and Honour for Sir Chris Hoy
Reacting to his announcement, Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf posted on X/Twitter: “Sending my best wishes to Sir Chris Hoy for a quick and full recovery. A sporting legend.
During what must be a difficult time for him and his family, I hope requests for their privacy are respected.
Since 2009, he has been an ambassador for the Scottish Association for Mental Health (SAMH). Billy Watson, the organisation’s CEO, said, “We are deeply honoured to have Sir Chris as a long-standing ambassador of SAMH. Our thoughts are with Chris and his family.”
We are confident that Chris’s commitment to mental health remains strong, and we look forward to working with him in the future.
Sir Chris remains the second most decorated Olympic cyclist, just one gold medal behind Sir Bradley Wiggins and Sir Jason Kenny, and is a member of Team GB.
Chris Hoy was knighted in the 2008 New Year Honours List for his three gold medals at the Beijing Games.
Since retiring in 2013, Sir Chris has pursued new professional ventures, including motorsport, specifically Le Mans racing.
He has also worked as a television commentator for the Olympics and written two volumes of children’s fiction.
Sir Chris has been married to Sarra, 38, since 2010; the couple has two children: Callum, aged nine, and Chloe, aged six.
