Olympic and Paralympic stars back Northern Games bid
A group of current and former British Olympians and Paralympians back a proposed north of England bid to host the Games, claiming it has "a passion for sport like no other place".
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"The support of athletes who have represented Great Britain on the biggest stage of all is hugely significant."
— Kim McGuinness , Politician
"A Great North Olympics would be a global showcase, powered by the pride and participation of Northern communities."
— Kim McGuinness , Politician
"Excluding the capital city would be a missed opportunity."
— Sir Sadiq Khan , Politician
Key People
Allison Curbishley is a former British 400m athlete.
Beth Tweddle is a former British gymnast and Olympic medallist.
Dame Laura Kenny is a British track and road cyclist who has won five gold medals and a silver across three Olympic Games.
Dame Sarah Storey is a British Paralympic cyclist and swimmer who has achieved multiple gold medals.
Kim McGuinness is the North East Mayor advocating for a northern Olympic bid.
Krysten Coombs is a British Paralympic athlete specializing in wheelchair racing.
Laura Weightman is a British middle-distance runner who has competed at international levels.
Marc Scott is a British long-distance runner, noted for his performances on the track.
Poppy Maskill is a British Paralympic swimmer known for her accomplishments in the pool.
Rob Davies is a British Paralympic table tennis player who has achieved international success.
Sir Brendan Foster is a former British middle-distance runner and Olympic medallist.
Sir Jason Kenny is Britain's most successful Olympian, having won seven gold medals and two silvers.
Sir Sadiq Khan is the Mayor of London who criticized the northern Olympic bid plans.
Steve Cram is a former British middle-distance runner and Olympic medallist.
Susie Rodgers is a British Paralympic swimmer with a notable medal record.
Tom Pidcock is a British cyclist known for his achievements in road and mountain biking.
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A group of current and former British Olympians and Paralympians back a proposed north of England bid to host the Games, claiming it has "a passion for sport like no other place".
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