The revelation by the record-breaking Olympic cyclist Sir Chris Hoy that he has an untreatable form of prostate cancer, was a selfless act of courage and inspiration.
His willingness to share his tragic diagnosis, sacrificing his privacy to warn others, revealed the profound humanity of the man.
His story resonated deeply, particularly with middle-aged men, not only in the UK, but around the world. The realisation that even a peak athlete like Sir Chris is vulnerable to this disease highlights the threat it poses to everyone.
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