Sport
From triumph in the Davis Cup to disaster at the rugby, the UK’s obsession with sports of all varieties continues to be evident in stands and stadia around the country. The Premier League and FA Cup remain Europe’s most unpredictable and exciting football championships, and Wimbledon retains an emotional hold over the nation for a fortnight every year. Those behind the scenes wield just as much influence as the stars they showcase: from broadcasting to bankrolling, sport is big business. And with the Rio Olympics swiftly approaching, Team GB will be hoping to build on the glories of 2012.
-
Tom Daley
Diver -
Clare Balding, OBE
Television presenter -
David Beckham, OBE
Retired footballer and sports ambassador -
Delia Bushell
Managing Director, BT TV and BT Sport -
The Lord Coe, CH, KBE
Chairman, British Olympic Association and President, IAAF -
Jessica Ennis-Hill, CBE
Heptathlete -
Barney Francis
Managing Director, Sky Sport -
Lewis Hamilton, MBE
Racing Driver -
Gary Lineker, OBE
Sports Presenter -
Rory McIlroy, MBE
Golfer -
Andy Murray, OBE
Tennis player -
Liz Nicholl, CBE
Chief Executive, UK Sport -
Wayne Rooney
Footballer, Captain of England and Manchester United -
Richard Scudamore
Executive Chairman, Premier League -
Sir Ben Ainslie, CBE
Sailor -
Lizzie Armitstead
Cyclist -
Dina Asher-Smith
Sprinter -
Alastair Cook, MBE
Captain, England Cricket -
Chris Froome, OBE
Cyclist -
Helen Glover, MBE
Rower -
Roy Hodgson
Manager, England Football -
Stephanie Houghton, MBE
Captain, England Women’s Football -
Eddie Jones
Head Coach, England Rugby Union -
Anthony Joshua, MBE
Boxer -
Adam Peaty
Swimmer -
Joe Root
Vice-Captain, England Cricket -
Ben Stokes
England Cricketer -
Jamie Vardy
Footballer -
Jordanne Whiley, MBE
Wheelchair Tennis Player -
Max Whitlock
Gymnast
