December 17th 2024.
On Tuesday night, the talented Keely Hodgkinson took home the highly coveted SPOTY award. This was just the latest addition to her impressive list of accolades, which already includes the 800m gold medal she won at the Olympic Games earlier this year. It was truly a night of celebration for the young athlete.
Coming in third was none other than England cricketer Joe Root, while darts sensation Luke Littler secured second place. And to add to his success, Littler also won the Young Sports Personality of the Year award. Unfortunately, there were a few notable nominees who missed out on a top three finish, including Jude Bellingham, Sarah Storey, and Alex Yee.
But it was 22-year-old Hodgkinson who stole the show, thanks to her outstanding performance as part of Team GB in Paris. She not only won her first Olympic gold medal, but did so in impressive fashion. It was a particularly emotional moment for Hodgkinson, who had previously won silver at the Tokyo Games and at the 2022 and 2023 World Championship finals.
In her acceptance speech, Hodgkinson graciously thanked her coach, acknowledging that she wouldn't be where she is today without his guidance. She also expressed her gratitude for the incredible year she has had, achieving all of her goals on the outdoor track. It's safe to say that Hodgkinson has truly made a name for herself in the world of athletics.
Speaking about the impact of her success, Hodgkinson shared that she has noticed a significant change in her life since her Olympic triumph. She has received countless messages from fans, especially young girls, who have been inspired by her performance. It's a surreal feeling for Hodgkinson to know that she has motivated others to get involved in sports and pursue their own dreams.
As for Littler, the 17-year-old athlete took home second place and also won the coveted Young Sports Personality of the Year award. He beat out tough competition from skateboarder Sky Brown and Para-swimmer William Ellard. The full list of nominees for the Sports Personality of the Year 2024 can be found below.
In addition to the individual awards, the night also honored other notable individuals and teams in the sports world. Mark Cavendish, known for his impressive cycling career, was awarded the lifetime achievement award. Other category winners included Armand Duplantis for World Sport Star of the Year, Dr. Mark Prince for the Helen Rollason award, and Wigan Warriors for Team of the Year.
It was a night filled with excitement, emotion, and celebration as the sports world came together to honor the best of the best. And for Keely Hodgkinson, it was a night she will never forget as she was crowned the Sports Personality of the Year 2024.
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