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Sir Chris Hoy says he is “doing well”, and “going way better” on the bike since chemotherapy, following “terminal” cancer diagnosis that took “away all hope”

The six-time Olympic champion, who revealed in October that he has two to four years to live, said that he’s training to be “as fit and healthy as possible” for Tour de 4 in September

Mon, Apr 21, 2025 10:16

Sir Chris Hoy’s “brave” terminal cancer revelation prompts near sevenfold increase in prostate cancer advice searches, says NHS

The six-time Olympic champion says the “massive increase” in men seeking advice has “been a huge comfort to us, to know that hopefully many lives could be saved by early testing”

Sun, Oct 27, 2024 13:13

Sir Chris Hoy reveals cancer diagnosis is terminal and he has two to four years to live: “I’m feeling fit, strong and positive, and overwhelmed by all the love and support shown”

The six-time Olympic champion says he discovered last September that his cancer was terminal and Stage four, with primary cancer in his prostate that had metastasised to his bones with tumours in his spine, rib, shoulder, pelvis and hip

Sun, Oct 20, 2024 11:44

Cyclists in London talking in cycle lane – copyright Simon MacMichael

Cycling can help reduce risk of prostate cancer, new study suggests

Researchers found boosting cardiorespiratory fitness by three per cent in a year was linked to a 35 per cent lower risk of developing the disease

Wed, Jan 31, 2024 08:45

Sir Dave Brailsford at Team Ineos launch

Sir Dave Brailsford reveals prostate cancer diagnosis made before Tour de France

Team Ineos boss finds out tomorrow results of 5-hour operation he underwent last month

Fri, Sep 13, 2019 20:47

Kiwi cyclists urged to join in ‘Big Cock Ride’ on Strava

It may be rude – but it’s for a very good cause, tying in with prostate cancer awareness month

Mon, Sep 10, 2018 15:04

Tommy Walsh and David Schneider, Prostate Cancer Charity Tour Ride London 2010 (© Simon MacMichael)

Senior doctor says cyclists should tell GP about their bike-riding to avoid unnecessary prostate cancer tests

Raised levels of glycoprotein PSA a warning sign of disease, but can also be caused by regular cycling

Thu, Mar 01, 2012 10:49

Regular exercise reduces risk of contracting wide range of health conditions finds study

From cancer to strokes and heart disease to erectile dysfunction, 30 minutes a day boosts health

Tue, Nov 16, 2010 11:18

Prostate Cancer charity announces 2010 sportive line up

Three rides follow Tour of Britain stages

Thu, Jan 14, 2010 15:01

Cycling can reduce risk of prostate cancer

And the more you do the better say researchers

Mon, Nov 02, 2009 13:40