Keely Hodgkinson Wins BBC Sports Personality Award

Keely Hodgkinson has been crowned BBC Sports Personality of the Year for 2024 after a remarkable year that included winning gold in the women's 800 meters at the Paris Olympics, becoming the first British woman to do so since Dame Kelly Holmes in 2004. Hodgkinson, 22, topped a competitive shortlist that featured athletes like darts sensation Luke Littler and cricketer Joe Root, with Littler winning the Young Sports Personality of the Year award. She expressed her shock and gratitude during the ceremony, emphasizing her coach's pivotal role in her success. This victory marks the fourth consecutive year that a woman has won the award, following champions like Emma Raducanu and Beth Mead. Additionally, Hodgkinson's coaches were honored with the Coach of the Year award, highlighting their contributions to her achievements. In team honors, Wigan Warriors were recognized as Team of the Year for their historic quadruple.