Sir Chris Hoy reveals AI treatment hopes and leg amputation scare

Six-time Olympic champion Sir Chris Hoy says he is hoping artificial intelligence can develop new treatments to extend his life, having also revealed he recently faced a leg amputation scare.

The former track cyclist was diagnosed with stage four prostate cancer three years ago.

Doctors informed the Scottish athlete that the disease had spread to his bones, giving him a prognosis of between two and four years to live.

Despite the devastating news, the British sporting icon has remained resolutely positive and continues to raise awareness for the illness.

Hopes for medical advancements

Providing a recent update on his condition, the 11-time world champion stated he is doing his best to hang in there for as long as possible.

He believes that rapid developments in technology could soon provide a breakthrough in his ongoing fight.

“There could be an amazing treatment just around the corner if you can hang in there,” he said.

“One of the real positives of AI has to be in the field of medicine and the rate at which we can develop and optimise new drugs for treatment in the future.”

The Edinburgh-born star continues to work, cycle, and lead a remarkably normal life while undergoing treatment.

Mountain bike crash and amputation risk

Alongside his cancer battle, the legendary Olympian recently endured what he described as the worst crash of his life.

While riding a mountain bike in Wales last year, he suffered multiple serious fractures to his lower right leg.

The severity of his tibia injuries meant he was immediately admitted to a major trauma ward.

Medical staff subsequently warned the former sprint specialist that there was a genuine risk his leg would require amputation.

Having accumulated 37 major medals during a glittering career, his resilience in the face of dual health adversities continues to inspire fans worldwide.