Sir Chris Hoy breaks leg in 'worst crash he ever had' - ITVX
Six-time Olympic champion, Chris Hoy, has continued to ride his bike while undergoing treatment for prostate cancer. ITV National News
www.itv.comHere’s the latest on Sir Chris Hoy.
- Recent updates: Reports in December 2025 highlighted Hoy breaking a leg in a mountain bike crash described as the “worst crash” he has had, with him continuing treatment for prostate cancer diagnosed in 2023. He’s been on crutches but aiming to stay mobile and participate in events when possible.[1][3]
- Cancer status: Hoy announced in 2024 that he is undergoing treatment for prostate cancer and that doctors had given him a prognosis of two to four years at that time, with ongoing trials and medication as part of his plan.[3][1]
- Public appearances: Coverage notes that he has remained active in cycling contexts and has referenced continuing to ride when feasible, despite the illness and recent injury, and has discussed his commitment to raising awareness about prostate cancer through his platform.[1][3]
If you’d like, I can pull the very latest specific headlines from today or summarize his public statements and fitness updates in a short bullet list.
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- Sir Chris Hoy breaks leg in crash and cancer context,
- ITV summary of the same crash and prognosis