Cycling icon Sir Chris Hoy has provided an update on his health as he gets ready for his charity cycling event, the ‘Tour de Four’. The six-time Olympic gold medalist made an appearance on BBC Breakfast to talk about his well-being before the upcoming ride.
Hoy, the second-most decorated British Olympian, was diagnosed with prostate cancer two years ago following shoulder discomfort. Unfortunately, he has been informed that his cancer is now in its terminal stage, having spread to his bones and progressed to stage four.
Despite being given a prognosis of two to four years, Hoy remains optimistic and active. When asked about his condition by Breakfast host Charlie Stayt, Hoy responded positively, stating that he is currently stable after undergoing radiotherapy recently.
Expressing excitement for the Tour de Four, a new cycling initiative he has launched, Hoy aims to challenge perceptions about stage four cancer based on his personal experience. He has invited individuals impacted by cancer to join the event, regardless of their cycling abilities, with the goal of raising funds for cancer charities across the United Kingdom and dispelling misconceptions about the disease.
With a fundraising target of £1 million, the event has already surpassed expectations by raising £1.6 million, with hopes of reaching £2 million. Additionally, Hoy announced that The Chemical Brothers will perform live at the event, and he will be accompanied by British sports star Andy Murray on the ride.
When asked about who was more nervous about the ride, Hoy jokingly pointed to Andy Murray, highlighting his friend’s fitness and current focus on golf rather than cycling.