STAYING STRONG “Everything Feels Awful” – Chris Hoy’s Wife Sarra Opens Up About His Terminal Cancer Battle & Makes a Heartbreaking Confession That’s Left Fans in Tears
Olympic legend Sir Chris Hoy’s wife has broken her silence, opening up about their family’s heart-wrenching battle as the cycling icon faces terminal cancer — and she herself struggles with her own serious illness.
The six-time gold medallist, 48, revealed last year that he had been diagnosed with terminal prostate cancer, in an emotional Instagram post that left the nation in shock.
Now, his wife Lady Sarra Hoy has spoken candidly about their private turmoil in an emotional interview on ITV’s Lorraine, revealing how she has been trying to hold her family together amid heartbreak, sleepless nights, and her own battle with Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
“You Just Don’t Sleep — Everything Is Awful”
Speaking with raw honesty, Sarra
shared the emotional toll the last two years have taken on their
family:
“You just don’t sleep, everything is awful. It’s about trying to control what I can. I can’t do anything about cancer or MS — I can’t control any of that. So I ask myself, what can I do? What can I change?”
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Despite their devastating diagnoses, she said both she and Chris have refused to let the illnesses define them.
“When everything is spiralling, we stop and say, ‘Right now, we’re safe. The children are safe. This won’t define us — we won’t be victims of this.’”
The couple have two young children, and Sarra admitted that parenthood keeps them going:
“With kids, you don’t get to stop. There’s no time to hide in bed. They’re everything to us.”
“We’re Okay — and That Surprises People”
Despite the pain, Sarra said
she’s found unexpected strength:
“It’s been okay — people are often surprised when I say that, but that’s what’s helped us get through.”
The interview was part of ITV’s March4March campaign, encouraging movement and exercise to improve mental health — something both she and Chris now passionately advocate for.
A Battle Fought with Dignity and Courage
Sir Chris was diagnosed in late
2023 after seeking medical advice for shoulder pain. Scans revealed a
tumour in his shoulder and prostate cancer that had spread to his bones, affecting his pelvis, spine, and ribs.
Despite the devastating news, the former Team GB hero has continued to use his platform to raise awareness and funding for cancer research. His Tour de 4 Ride campaign has inspired thousands, challenging perceptions of those living with stage-four cancer.
The cycling champion recently received a standing ovation at Murrayfield, where fans rose to their feet in an emotional tribute to his strength and legacy.
A Message of Hope Amid Pain
In December, just months after
sharing his diagnosis, Chris appeared at the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Awards. Fighting back emotion, he delivered an inspiring speech about
resilience, teamwork, and hope.
Earlier this year, he joined Paddy Power’s World Darts Championship fundraiser, helping raise £1 million for Prostate Cancer UK, reminding fans that his fight is far from over.
Sarra’s Strength Beside Him
Through tears, Sarra admitted
that the emotional strain has been immense — but she remains steadfast
beside her husband.
“It’s about perspective,” she said softly. “No matter how bad it feels, we remind ourselves — we’re still together, the kids are safe, and there’s still light.”
A Legacy Beyond Medals
Hoy, one of Britain’s greatest
sporting icons, continues to inspire fans not just for his Olympic
victories, but for his courage off the track.
Last summer, despite undergoing treatment, he worked as a BBC commentator at the Paris Olympics, proving his unbreakable spirit.
Their story is one of endurance, love, and unwavering strength — a reminder that true champions never stop fighting, even when the
cameras fade. 
Source: https://www.thesun.co.uk/