Winners | 2019
Has raised £750,000 for cystic fibrosis charities and is now inspiring children with the condition to take up exercise
“Iron Gran” triathlete and founder of a charity promoting sport for older people is living proof that it’s never too late to start exercising
Trailblazing campaigner against racism in football established and led the anti-discrimination charity Kick It Out for 25 years
Liverpool FC legend worked tirelessly to help heal a community in the wake of the Hillsborough disaster and has raised millions to fight cancer
Swimmer who overcame a series of painful injuries and setbacks to become a three-time world champion
Winners | 2016
Dame Kelly Holmes will always be remembered for two of the most stunning triumphs in athletics history in a sun-baked Greek summer back in 2004.
The former Australia coach has breathed fresh life into English rugby since taking over the national side following a disastrous World Cup campaign on home soil.
Transforming estates into safe havens for young cyclists.
Swimmer has bounced back from devastating health setbacks.
It took something extra-special to stand out in a gold-strewn 2016, but Dame Sarah Storey’s achievement of becoming our most decorated Paralympian was truly inspirational.
