Six-time Olympic cycling champion Sir Chris Hoy says it is a 'huge comfort' to know that his story could save lives.

Sir Chris Hoy’s wife has described him as a “real life superhero” and said he is likely to save “countless lives” after revealing his terminal cancer diagnosis.

Sir Chris Hoy ’s wife Sarra has described her husband as ‘my real life superhero’ following his terminal cancer diagnosis. Doctors have told Hoy, 48, he has between two and four years to live after being diagnosed with primary cancer in his prostate.

Cycling legend Sir Chris Hoy has been praised for his bravery in openly discussing his terminal prostate cancer diagnosis. One doctor, who has spent almost two decades trying to raise awareness of the disease, has highlighted the importance of Sir Chris speaking out in raising awareness.

Olympic cycling legend Chris Hoy has spoken about his cancer diagnosis, sharing the news that doctors have told him it is terminal, and his wife Sarra has opened up on the response

Chris Hoy's wife Sarra has taken to social media to issue a message of thanks for the support shown to her and the family since the cycling legend revealed his cancer is terminal

The wife of Sir Chris Hoy has described him as a 'superhero' after he confirmed he was terminally ill with cancer. Back in February, the six-time Olympic gold medalist revealed he had been undergoing chemotherapy, and in a heartbreaking statement on the weekend, admitted he had been given between two and four years to live.