Chris Hoy Reveals Terminal Cancer Diagnosis

Olympic legend Sir Chris Hoy, 48, has revealed he is battling terminal cancer, with doctors estimating he has 'two to four years' to live. In a candid interview, Hoy shared that he endured excruciating pain from wearing a cold cap during chemotherapy to preserve his hair for the sake of his 10-year-old son, Callum, who had expressed concern about his father's hair loss. Hoy described the pain of the cold cap as the worst he has ever experienced, although he has a high pain threshold, and admitted to suffering a 'violent' allergic reaction during a four-hour chemotherapy session. Alongside his health struggles, Hoy's wife, Sarra Kemp, was diagnosed with a 'very active and aggressive' form of multiple sclerosis shortly after his diagnosis, compounding their family's challenges. In his forthcoming memoir, Hoy reflects on these hardships, expressing the emotional weight of writing about issues his children might one day confront. Despite these struggles, he continues to engage in media duties, reassuring fans of his positive outlook on life.