MY CHRIS IS A REAL LIFE SUPERHERO

Sarra says Olympic legend will help save countless lives by sharing cancer story

- STUART MacDONALD

SIR Chris Hoy's wife has described him as a "real-life superhero" and said he is likely to save "countless lives" after revealing his terminal cancer diagnosis.

The six-time Olympic gold medallist has been told by doctors that he has between two and four years to live.

In an emotional interview over the weekend the retired track cyclist, 48, also revealed that his wife Sarra is battling an aggressive form of multiple sclerosis.

In her first public comments since Sir Chris's announcement, Sarra, 44, has paid tribute to him and told how the couple are determined to enjoy the time they have left together.

She thanked people for their messages of support and said she had been encouraged by the number of men seeking advice about prostate cancer in the wake of her husband's interview.

Posting on Instagram, the lawyer, originally from Edinburgh, said: "Completely overwhelmed by your kind, thoughtful and helpful messages.

"Many people say they don't know what to say that's OK, you don't need to have the words - just taking the time to message has been like a soothing balm to the soul. Thank you.

"I've been told that men seeking advice about prostate cancer is up seven-fold and that Chris's story is likely to save countless lives. This takes my breath away.