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Dame Laura Kenny announces her retirement from cycling
Laura Kenny

DAME Laura Kenny, Britain’s most successful female Olympic athlete, announced her retirement from cycling today.

The 31-year-old, who has won five Olympic gold medals in her decorated career, had been expected to compete at the Paris Games this summer, but told the BBC it was time to stop.

Speaking to BBC Breakfast, Kenny said: “I always knew deep down I would know when was the right time. I have had an absolute blast but now is the time for me to hang that bike up.”

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