Gareth Southgate and Others Honoured in New Year

Several prominent athletes and public figures have been honored in the New Year Honours list, including Cornwall Olympian Helen Glover, who received an OBE after coming out of retirement to earn a silver medal at the Paris Olympics. Former England football manager Gareth Southgate was knighted for his services to football, having led the team to multiple finals, while former Wales rugby player Gerald Davies expressed his surprise at receiving a knighthood for his contributions to sport and charitable work. Other notable recipients include Paralympic champion Hannah Cockcroft, who was made a CBE, and Olympic gold medallist Keely Hodgkinson, who became an MBE. In New Zealand, Sam Whitelock was recognized as an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for his contributions to rugby and community service. The list also features figures from various fields, including literature and public service, reflecting a diverse array of contributions to society.