Dame Laura Kenny Britain’s most successful female Olympian has announced her retirement from cycling after a distinguished career on the track. With five Olympic golds and seven World Championship titles to her name, Kenny has left an indelible mark on the sport. Her decision comes as she juggles motherhood and the demands of competition having recently given birth to her second child.
Despite initially targeting a fourth Olympics in Paris this year, Kenny felt the time was right to hang up her bike. Reflecting on her career highlights, Kenny cherishes her gold medal wins at the London 2012 and Rio 2016 Olympics as well as her success at the Tokyo Games. She plans to explore various opportunities in the next chapter of her life potentially involving mentoring young athletes.
Kenny’s retirement drew heartfelt tributes from her former teammates and sports stars recognizing her remarkable achievements and enduring impact on British sport.
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