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By David McDonnell

Daily Express

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December 20, 2023

Earps humbled by award after reviving her career

- David McDonnell

By David McDonnell

MARY EARPS was crowned BBC Sports Personality of the Year last night two years after nearly quitting football.

The England and United former Stuart Manchester goalkeeper England beat cricketer Broad, with athlete Katarina Johnson-Thompson in third.

Earps, in international exile in 2019, saw her England career revived with a call-up from Lionesses coach Sarina Wiegman 2021. The 30-year-old won the Golden Glove at this year's Women's World Cup, with England up just coming short, losing 1-0 to Spain in the final.

Receiving her award at the ceremony in Salford, Earps said: "I feel a bit sick, actually I'm humbled to be on a list of incredible athletes.

"It's not been the easiest journey and I wouldn't be where I am today without such incredible people in my corner.

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