'I now have a deep resolve to turn this incredibly difficult diagnosis into something more positive'
Cycling legend Sir Chris Hoy has thanked the public for their kindness and support after receiving a tidal wave of good wishes following news he has stage four cancer.
The Scot is one of Team GB’s greatest ever athletes, having won six gold medals and one silver medal over the 2000, 2004, 2008 and 2012 Olympic Games. He worked for the BBC as a pundit at the Paris Games over the summer and is maintaining a positive outlook on his health.
"I just wanted to share an update about my health after telling you I was receiving treatment for cancer,” he said. “I’m so grateful to everyone for their incredible kindness and support. You may have heard by now that I’m ready to share that my cancer is stage four: I will be living with it for the rest of my life.
"I’m talking to you now because, amidst it all, I’ve made the decision to write it all in a book. You might wonder why I’d take on writing a book during such a challenging time. It’s been cathartic and it’s a very important part of how I’ve been able to process this news with my family and for myself over the past few months.
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