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Wales Online
18 hours ago
- Health
- Wales Online
Sir Chris Hoy 'lifted' by comments as he makes call for action over prostate cancer diagnosis
Sir Chris Hoy 'lifted' by comments as he makes call for action over prostate cancer diagnosis The six-time Olympic champion was diagnosed with stage four prostate cancer in 2023 and has since been vocal about the need for more men to get tested for the disease Sir Chris Hoy has hailed the support of his friends and family throughout his terminal cancer diagnosis (Image:) Sir Chris Hoy has spoken out about the overwhelming support he's received since his terminal prostate cancer diagnosis, as he continues to advocate for changes in testing protocols. The six-time Olympic gold medallist was diagnosed with stage four prostate cancer at the age of 47 in 2023, which has now spread to his bones. Despite being younger than the NHS's typical high-risk group, Hoy is calling for the testing age for prostate cancer to be lowered. The Independent reports that the 49-year-old feels "incredibly lucky" for the support from friends, family, and the public. Hoy said: "I've faced many challenges in my life, and going public with my prostate cancer diagnosis was certainly one of them. "I've been incredibly lucky to have so much support from my family, friends and the general public. The kindness has lifted me up and given me a sense of purpose, and I'm committed to taking that forward and using my platform to raise awareness of the most common cancer in men and help more men at risk to come forward and get tested." Current NHS guidelines suggest men over 50 are at the highest risk, often leaving younger men without encouragement for early testing. Hoy's own experience underlines the importance of considering earlier screening. Sir Chris Hoy believes more should be done to raise awareness for prostate cancer testing (Image:) Article continues below Hoy added: "I was diagnosed with stage four prostate cancer at 47. By this age, my prostate cancer was advanced and could have been progressing from when I was 45 or even younger. "With prostate cancer, the earlier you find it, the easier it is to treat. We need the system to change to enable more men to get diagnosed earlier, and stop them getting the news I got." Key signs of the condition include frequently needing the toilet, straining whilst urinating and a sensation that the bladder is not fully emptied. The NHS typically uses blood tests (prostate-specific antigen tests, or PSAs), a physical examination of the prostate, MRI scans, and biopsies for diagnosis. Hoy's public appeal coincides with Prostate Cancer UK's efforts to push for a complete overhaul of NHS guidelines. The charity is urging GPs to proactively discuss the condition with men aged 45 who are at high risk. Sir Chris Hoy has praised his family's support, including wife Sarra (Image: Mark Cuthbert/UK Press via Getty Images ) As approximately one in eight men across the UK are likely to develop prostate cancer, failure to detect it early may lead to its spread. Article continues below Reflecting on holding the public accountable for prostate cancer awareness, Hoy said: "I believe men at highest risk, for example men with a family history like me or black men, should be contacted by their GP earlier on to discuss a simple PSA blood test that can check for signs of prostate cancer. "Then if there are any issues, they can get it treated it at an earlier stage. I've told my story to help raise awareness about the most common cancer in men and get more thinking about their risk and what they can do, but it shouldn't all be men's responsibility."
Sunday World
6 days ago
- Sunday World
Kincora abuse victim obtains settlement over MI5 agent allegations
Gary Hoy's legal action against the PSNI and Home Secretary was resolved on confidential terms at the High Court in Belfast today Gary Hoy pictured outside the High Court in Belfast A victim of abuse at the notorious Kincora Boys' Home has obtained an undisclosed settlement over claims that a paedophile housemaster was protected from prosecution because of his status as an MI5 agent. Gary Hoy's legal action against the PSNI and Home Secretary was resolved on confidential terms at the High Court in Belfast today. The 63-year-old declared afterwards: 'This case was never about the money, it was about holding them to account.' Mr Hoy sought damages for the ordeal he endured after being sent to the now demolished children's home in east Belfast during the 1970s. At the centre of the action was the role played by senior member of staff William McGrath, who became known as the 'Beast of Kincora'. William McGrath McGrath was jailed in 1981 for abusing boys as part of a paedophile ring operated within the care facilities. The former housemaster, who died in the early 1990s, also held a leading position in the far-right loyalist movement Tara. Lawyers for Mr Hoy claimed the authorities enabled him to target vulnerable young victims so that more information about the grouping could be obtained. The alleged liability went as far as actively obstructing RUC officers from investigating and pursuing McGrath specifically due to his role as an MI5 agent, it was contended. Claims for negligence and misfeasance in public office were advanced as part of wider actions against the PSNI, Home Office and Department of Health. The former Kincora Boys' Home in east Belfast The defendants disputed responsibility for any violation in the duty of care to those targeted at Kincora, which closed in 1980 and was finally demolished in 2022. A three-day trial was due to begin today, but counsel for Mr Hoy announced that proceedings had been settled on confidential terms. No further details were disclosed, and no admission of liability was made as part of the resolution. The judge, Mr Justice Simpson, commended the parties for reaching the outcome in a difficult case. Outside court, Mr Hoy described the ordeal he has endured for decades. 'I have carried this burden since the age of 13; I never told anybody about it at the time, and I still have nightmares and flashbacks about the abuse,' he said. His solicitor, Claire McKeegan of Phoenix Law, described it as a huge day for all of the survivors of Kincora. 'No child should ever be subject to abuse while being in the care of the state,' she insisted. 'What happened at Kincora is well documented to be some of the most grave and horrific abuse perpetrated against children in the history of Northern Ireland. 'This has been an arduous process for Gary and others who have fought the system and held them to account.' Gary Hoy pictured outside the High Court in Belfast News in 90 Seconds - June 18th
Edinburgh Live
14-06-2025
- Sport
- Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh's Sir Chris Hoy shares new update on 'death sentence' cancer diagnosis
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Edinburgh legend Sir Chris Hoy and said he wants to show "life goes on" despite admitting his cancer diagnosis felt like he received a "death sentence". The 49-year-old was told he had stage four prostate cancer in 2023, going public with the news in February 2024 when he announced he was undergoing treatment, reports The Record. The six-time Olympic gold medallist had visited a doctor with shoulder pain, but a scan later revealed a tumour. He revealed last October that it had spread to his bones, and that he had been told he had two to four years to live. He shared his experience of racing at the Mustang Challenge Le Mans Invitational on Friday, June 13, alongside British racing driver and presenter Chris Harris. Speaking to TNT Sport, Hoy said: "I was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer almost two years ago now, and it shocked me, it rocked my world. "It changed everything in one sentence, you're told that's not curable, but it's treatable. So suddenly, you have this death sentence, and it's terrifying, but I'm here to show that life goes on for many people in that situation." He was part of the Academy Motorsport team, with him and Harris securing a 20th place finish with a total time of 37:34:746, with a best lap time of 4:30:864. Hoy famously took part in Le Mans Proper in 2016, finishing 17th out of 60 drivers and 12th in class. Speaking about the race, he added: "It's always been the endurance event. If you get the chance as an amateur driver, this is the cherry on top of the icing on top of the cake, this is the big one. "I still pinch myself that I got to do it, when you watch on TV or come to watch it live, I still can't quite believe I was out there, elbows out with the big boys. It's different to anywhere else I've been to. "Not many people ever get to race on this track or drive on this track. It was an incredible experience, unlike anything else I've ever done in any sport, let alone in motorsport." It comes as he is due to take part in the Tour de 4 in September, a mass-participation bike ride which he organised with the aim of raising £1 million for UK cancer charities while changing the public's perception of a stage four diagnosis. Speaking about the event, he said: "The bike ride is to try and get as many people together as possible, not just people suffering with cancer but anybody, to show we can keep on living, make the most of every day and live in the present, because that's all any of us have." Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sentstraight to your messages. It is due to begin at the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome in Glasgow on September 7, and offers participants a choice of four different rides, including giving those affected by cancer the opportunity to ride on static bikes at the venue. Revealing his stage four diagnosis in October, Hoy said: "As unnatural as it feels, this is nature. "You know, we were all born and we all die, and this is just part of the process. You remind yourself, aren't I lucky that there is medicine I can take that will fend this off for as long as possible." He added: "Hand on heart, I'm pretty positive most of the time and I have genuine happiness. This is bigger than the Olympics. It's bigger than anything. This is about appreciating life and finding joy."
Scottish Sun
14-06-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Sir Chris Hoy candidly opens up on ‘death sentence' cancer diagnosis and vows to prove ‘life goes on'
The Brit Olympic icon plans to raise £1million for UK cancer charities later this year 'ROCKED MY WORLD' Sir Chris Hoy candidly opens up on 'death sentence' cancer diagnosis and vows to prove 'life goes on' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SIR CHRIS HOY vowed to prove "life goes on" for cancer sufferers before his return to race car driving. The British Olympic legend revealed last October that he'd been diagnosed with stage four prostate cancer the previous year. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 British Olympic legend Sir Chris Hoy was diagnosed in 2023 Credit: PA 4 The 49-year-old was given between two to four years to live Credit: GETTY 4 The cycling legend is living life to its fullest, so much so that he recently returned to the race car world Credit: INSTAGRAM@CHRISHOY1 The six-time gold medallist's diagnosis was a terminal one and doctors gave the Scot between two to four years to live. Hoy, 49, is determined to live every day to its fullest, so much so that he decided to give race car driving a go again. The Scot took part in the Dark Horse Stars class of the Mustang Challenge, which is on the bill of the famous Le Mans 24, this weekend. And Hoy, who raced in the full Le Mans in 2016, hopes him living out his final days doing what he loves will inspire other cancer sufferers to do the same. READ MORE CYCING NEWS WIGGO'S BATTLE My son feared I'd die after I became a cocaine addict, reveals Wiggins He told TNT Sports: "I was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer almost two years ago now, and it shocked me, it rocked my world. "It changed everything in one sentence, you're told that's not curable, but it's treatable. "So suddenly, you have this death sentence, and it's terrifying, but I'm here to show that life goes on for many people in that situation." After completing the race, a delighted Hoy took to Instagram to write: "What a few days at LeMans. 4 Sir Chris Hoy is determined to show fellow cancer sufferers that life goes on Credit: X@TNTSPORTS "After my cancer diagnosis 20 months ago I never imagined I'd be back racing here again, so when the opportunity arose courtesy of Ford performance and Jay Ward to take part in the Mustang Challenge Invitational I grabbed it with both hands. "The circuit de la sarthe is a special place and the magic never fades, it really is a privilege to drive on this historic track. Fans 'in floods of tears' as Sir Chris Hoy gives rousing speech at BBC SPOTY despite brave cancer battle "As my team mate for the week, Chris Harris said, you never turn down the chance to drive at LeMans. "Speaking of Chris Harris, it was a blast to hang out, talk cars and learn from him. "What a job he did in Race 2, P12 from 31st on the grid, making 11 places in lap one amidst the carnage and bringing the Tour de 4 liveried #77 home in style! "I managed P20 from the same grid position in race 1, very happy to have had some awesome battles throughout the 45-minute race and get a proper hit out after frustrations in qualifying. I was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer almost two years ago now, and it shocked me, it rocked my world." Sir Chris Hoy "Massive thanks to Academy Motorsport team for all their hard work and support, what a great bunch they are. "And finally, best of luck to all the drivers in the 24 heures du mans, I wish you a safe and successful race." Hoy will attempt to raise £1million for UK cancer charities with a charity bike ride in September. He said: "The bike ride is to try and get as many people together as possible. "Not just people suffering with cancer but anybody. "To show we can keep on living, make the most of every day and live in the present, because that's all any of us have."
The Irish Sun
14-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Sir Chris Hoy candidly opens up on ‘death sentence' cancer diagnosis and vows to prove ‘life goes on'
SIR CHRIS HOY vowed to prove "life goes on" for cancer sufferers before his return to race car driving. The British Olympic legend revealed last October that he'd 4 British Olympic legend Sir Chris Hoy was diagnosed in 2023 Credit: PA 4 The 49-year-old was given between two to four years to live Credit: GETTY 4 The cycling legend is living life to its fullest, so much so that he recently returned to the race car world Credit: INSTAGRAM@CHRISHOY1 The six-time gold medallist's diagnosis was a terminal one and doctors gave the Scot between two to four years to live. The Scot took part in the Dark Horse Stars class of the Mustang Challenge, which is on the bill of the famous Le Mans 24, this weekend. And Hoy, who raced in the full Le Mans in 2016, hopes him living out his final days doing what he loves will inspire other cancer sufferers to do the same. READ MORE CYCING NEWS He told "It changed everything in one sentence, you're told that's not curable, but it's treatable. "So suddenly, you have this death sentence, and it's terrifying, but I'm here to show that life goes on for many people in that situation." After completing the race, a delighted Hoy took to Instagram to write: "What a few days at LeMans. Most read in Sport 4 Sir Chris Hoy is determined to show fellow cancer sufferers that life goes on Credit: X@TNTSPORTS "After my cancer diagnosis 20 months ago I never imagined I'd be back racing here again, so when the opportunity arose courtesy of Ford performance and Jay Ward to take part in the Mustang Challenge Invitational I grabbed it with both hands. "The circuit de la sarthe is a special place and the magic never fades, it really is a privilege to drive on this historic track. Fans 'in floods of tears' as Sir Chris Hoy gives rousing speech at BBC SPOTY despite brave cancer battle "As my team mate for the week, Chris Harris said, you never turn down the chance to drive at LeMans. "Speaking of Chris Harris, it was a blast to hang out, talk cars and learn from him. "What a job he did in Race 2, P12 from 31st on the grid, making 11 places in lap one amidst the carnage and bringing the Tour de 4 liveried #77 home in style! "I managed P20 from the same grid position in race 1, very happy to have had some awesome battles throughout the 45-minute race and get a proper hit out after frustrations in qualifying. I was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer almost two years ago now, and it shocked me, it rocked my world." Sir Chris Hoy "Massive thanks to Academy Motorsport team for all their hard work and support, what a great bunch they are. "And finally, best of luck to all the drivers in the 24 heures du mans, I wish you a safe and successful race." Hoy will attempt to raise £1million for UK cancer charities with a charity bike ride in September. He said: "The bike ride is to try and get as many people together as possible. "Not just people suffering with cancer but anybody. "To show we can keep on living, make the most of every day and live in the present, because that's all any of us have."
