Sir Chris Hoy has revealed he is recovering from a broken leg following what he has described as the most serious crash of his entire cycling life, a sobering setback for one of Britain’s most decorated sporting icons.
The six-time Olympic gold medallist, now 49, was injured during a mountain-biking accident that left him relying on crutches as he begins a careful recovery. Despite the severity of the fall, those close to Hoy say his progress has been encouraging, and his mindset remains resolutely positive.
Reflecting on the incident, Hoy admitted the crash was a stark reminder of the physical limits that come with age.
“I smashed my leg up mountain biking,” he said. “When you’re older, you don’t bounce back the way you do when you’re younger.”
While the injury would sideline many, Hoy has already set his sights on a clear goal. He is hopeful of being back on his feet in time to attend the World Darts Championship final on 3 January 2026, an event he has been closely involved with in recent years.
Friends describe Hoy as frustrated by the injury but far from defeated. Known throughout his career for his discipline and mental strength, he is said to be approaching rehabilitation with the same focus that once defined his Olympic training regimes.
Crucially, Hoy has stressed that the accident has not shaken his outlook on life. Instead, it has reinforced his determination to make the most of each day.
Those who know him well say the crash has become another chapter in a career — and life — shaped by resilience. Even away from the velodrome, Sir Chris Hoy continues to embody the mindset that made him a champion: adapt, endure, and keep moving forward.
As recovery continues, supporters across the sporting world are watching closely — not just for his return to full mobility, but for yet another example of why Hoy remains one of Britain’s most respected sporting figures.