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Sir Chris Hoy rates Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games a 'massive success'

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Cycling legend Sir Chris Hoy believes that the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games has been a roaring success, with its true impact only just beginning.

Ten years on from the London 2012 Olympic Games, Birmingham delivered a stellar Games, with the likes of Adam Peaty and Eilish McColgan putting in performances that will have inspired future sporting stars – and parents agree.

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Tour de l'Ain'A massive weight off my shoulders'- Emotional Stewart reacts to Tour de l'Ain Stage 1 win41 MINUTES AGO «I thought it was an absolutely outstanding Games from Birmingham,» double Commonwealth Games champion Hoy said. «It has been fantastic for the city.

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