Sir Chris Hoy made his first public televised appearance on Sunday since heartbreakingly revealing his terminal cancer diagnosis.
The six-time Olympic gold medallist emotionally explained over the weekend that he has now been given roughly four years to live after his initial cancer had spread.
Hoy first announced in February that he was undergoing treatment for cancer, but said he was ‘optimistic’ and then worked as a BBC pundit at the Paris Olympics in the summer.
It was hoped that there would be a positive update about his condition as Hoy continued to go through treatments, but the Scot has now admitted he has known for a year that his illness is terminal.
However, it appears Hoy is keen to carry on with his regular duties and appeared on the BBC for their Sunday coverage of the World Track Cycling Championships in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Sir Chris Hoy (right) made his first public televised appearance on Sunday since heartbreakingly revealing his terminal cancer diagnosis
The Team GB icon smiled and appeared in good spirits as he co-hosted with presenter Jill Douglas on BBC Two and also gave a further update on his health.
Continuing his media duties, the 46-year-old admitted he was feeling buoyed by the occasion of being back in the velodrome and maintained steely professionalism throughout coverage.
‘I’m doing well, thanks. I’m having a great week, some incredible performances and hopefully some more to come,’ said Hoy.
‘It’s always great to be back in the track centre, so many familiar faces, team mates, coaches, rivals and happy memories for me coming back to Copenhagen from 2002 and 2010.’
More to follow.
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