Tributes have poured in for Olympic cycling champion Sir Chris Hoy after he revealed he had been diagnosed with terminal cancer.
Hoy, who won six gold medals and one silver with Team GB, said in an interview with the Sunday Times that doctors had told him he had two to four years to live.
Hui, 48, said earlier this year that he was undergoing treatment for cancer, although he did not specify what type, but said he had a primary cancer in his prostate that had spread to his bones. He told The Sunday Times that he had been diagnosed.
His wife, Sarah, has also been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, a degenerative disease. The couple has two children, Chloe and Callum.
“It may feel unnatural, but it's natural.” Hui told the Sunday Times. “As you know, we are all born and die, but this is just part of the process. Just say to yourself, aren't we lucky to have a drug that will prevent this condition for as long as possible? ”
“With all my heart, I'm pretty positive most of the time and feel genuinely happy,” he added. “This is bigger than the Olympics. It's bigger than anything. This is about appreciating life and finding joy.”
Since the publication of this article, social media platforms have been flooded with compliments and support from friends and supporters.
Olympic gold medalist Sally Gunnell said: “You are amazing Chris. Sending you so much love and strength.”
TV pundit and former footballer Ally McCoist wrote: “Friend, you are a superstar in every sense of the word. Love and strength from all of us.”
Fellow Olympic cyclist Mark Cavendish called Hoy a “hero of humanity.”
The Edinburgh-born athlete is credited with playing a key role in making British Cycling the success it is today.
Hoy then shared a photo on Instagram from the World Track Cycling Championships in Copenhagen and wrote: And positive and overwhelmed by all the love and support shown to my family and me. Next!
Wes Streeting, UK Health Secretary, said: “I am in awe that Chris Hoy is facing cancer with the same positivity and resilience that has defined his life and career.” he said. The entire country is rooting for him and sending lots of love to him and his family, as we have done many times before. ”
“I send all my best wishes to Sir Chris Hoy and his family,” wrote Scotland's first minister, John Swinney. “He always inspired us with everything he accomplished. He was a man of incredible courage, which still shines through today.”
“Chris Hoy is one of the best athletes to represent our country,” said Olympic rower Matthew Pinsent. “Our thoughts are with him, Sarah and his immediate family.”
Soccer commentator Jackie Oatley posted: “This article is meant to stop you from doing what you do.'' “It was shocking to read about Sir Chris Hoy and his wife Sarah's diagnosis. Life can be so cruel, but the grace and humility with which he tells this story is truly humbling.”
“I was amazed by Sir Chris Hoy's resilience and determination this morning,” said TV presenter Dan Walker. “Shortly after he was diagnosed with terminal cancer and given two to four years to live, his lovely wife Sarah was diagnosed with MS.
“This man remains an incredible inspiration. Sending love to the entire family.”
