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Dame Laura Kenny announces retirement from cycling career

Posted : 18 March 2024

Britain's most decorated female Olympian, Dame Laura Kenny, has officially declared her retirement from cycling after a remarkable career on the track. Throughout her tenure, the 31-year-old amassed an impressive tally of five Olympic gold medals and clinched seven World Championship titles, solidifying her status as one of the sport's greatest athletes.

 

Following the birth of her second child in July, Kenny, who had been eyeing a fourth Olympic appearance in Paris this year, made the decision to step away from competitive cycling. In an exclusive interview with BBC Breakfast, she expressed her conviction about recognizing the right moment for departure, stating, "I always knew deep down I would know when the right time was."

 

Married to former cyclist Sir Jason Kenny, Britain's most successful Olympian, Kenny emphasized the challenges of balancing her athletic career with family life, especially as a mother. Reflecting on her decision, she acknowledged the significant sacrifices involved in leaving her children and family behind for training camps and competitions.

 

Kenny's journey into motherhood played a pivotal role in shaping her perspective on professional cycling. After giving birth to her first son, Albie, in 2017, she returned to the sport with a renewed determination to demonstrate that athletes could successfully manage the demands of elite competition alongside parenthood.

 

Despite the initial setbacks of a miscarriage and an ectopic pregnancy, Kenny and her husband welcomed their second son, Monty, in 2023. As she grappled with conflicting emotions about her future in cycling, Kenny realized that her passion for the sport had waned, and her desire to prioritize time with her family took precedence over pursuing further Olympic glory.

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