Sir Chris Hoy has secured a new reporting role with TNT Sports for the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, continuing to defy his terminal cancer diagnosis. The British cycling legend, who revealed in 2024 that he has prostate cancer spread to his bones with a prognosis of two to four years, will be part of the broadcaster's coverage team for the multi-sport event running from July 23 to August 2.
Return to the Saddle After Severe Crash
Last year, Hoy suffered a serious mountain bike accident, which he described as "the worst crash I've ever had," leaving him with a severely broken leg. Having recovered from his injuries, he is back on the bike and pressing on with life while supporting charities connected to his terminal illness. His new role marks a significant return to the sporting spotlight.
Hoy's Commonwealth Games Memories
Hoy holds cherished memories of the Commonwealth Games, having claimed two gold and two bronze medals at Manchester in 2002 and Melbourne in 2006. His familiarity with Glasgow, where the 2026 Games will be held, adds a personal dimension to his reporting. Scott Young, executive vice president of WBD Sports Europe, TNT Sports' parent company, said via The Sun: "Our company has a great relationship with Sir Chris Hoy. We reached out to him to see if he would like to be a part of what we were doing, and we're delighted we're working together again. I can't speak for his emotion, but we're delighted he is part of the team. He was a phenomenal athlete, a great ambassador for the sport and a fantastic bloke."
Role Extends Beyond Cycling
Young confirmed that Hoy's work will cover events beyond cycling, stating: "He will be everywhere, not just at the cycling. It's one of our reasons for having our studio based up in Glasgow. So that people like Chris Hoy can not only be in the studio there and telling the story of the Games, as we lead up to track cycling, but then be in the venue and on the ground and able to help bring that to life." He added: "This was his decision. And we fully support any other decision he needs to make [health-wise] during the Games."
Living in the Moment
While continuing to inspire millions worldwide, Hoy is determined not to look too far into the future. He recently said: "You don't have to be facing a stage four cancer diagnosis to have tough moments. I guess for me, and for my family, the thing that we've tried to do is to not look too far ahead and to still have plans for the future and still have goals and aims and things to look forward to."
Broadcasting Changes for the Games
TNT Sports has taken over full coverage of the Commonwealth Games from the BBC, which previously broadcast the event. Channel 5 will provide free-to-air highlights. The Games will take place in Glasgow from July 23 to August 2, featuring cycling among other sports.
