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      Who is Kelly Cates? Sky Sports host rumoured to be joining Match of the Day

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      KELLY Cates is a trailblazing British sports broadcaster who has paved the way for women in the predominantly masculine world of football coverage.Reports have emerged that she is set to quit her job at Sky Sports and take on a new role hosting Match of the Day.Kelly Cates is a leading sports broadcaster who has worked on both TV and radioCredit: Getty – ContributorShe reportedly joining the Match of the Day team following the departure of Gary Lineker, who started hosting the show in 1999Credit: News Group Newspapers LtdWho is Kelly Cates?Kelly Cates was born in Glasgow, Scotland on September 28, 1975.She is the daughter of Liverpool legend Sir Kenny Dalglish and has established herself as a respected figure in sports journalism.Kelly was married to Tom Cates between 2007 and 2021, with the couple sharing two daughters together.Broadcasting careerThroughout her career, she has worked for various networks and covered numerous high-profile events.read more on kelly catesShe’s been on BBC Radio 5 Live since 2013, presenting iconic fan phone-in show 606 alongside Ian Wright on Sundays up until 2018.After joining Sky Sports her role on the BBC was reduced, but Kelly returned to host midweek sports show 5 Live Sport, while also providing coverage for the Qatar 2022 World Cup.History-makerShe made history as the first female presenter on talkSPORT.Kelly has also presented ITV’s World Cup and Channel 4’s Paralympic Games coverage.Most read in FootballHer versatility as a broadcaster is evident in her work across television and radio platforms.Beyond her broadcasting career, she is known for her involvement in charitable work, serving as an ambassador for the Prince’s Trust and Unicef.I was driving into work and decided not to sign my Sky Sports contract – it’s the scariest decision I ever madeMatch of the DayIn mid-December 2024, reports emerged claiming Kelly is set to make a significant career move.She is reportedly set to join the BBC’s Match of the Day team following the departure of longtime host Gary Lineker, who started hosting the show in 1999.The former Spurs and Barcelona striker became one of the best and most-loved sports broadcasters in the country. It is understood that the move would see Kelly leave her current position at Sky Sports to team up with Gabby Logan and Mark Chapman on Match of the Day and Match of the Day 2.The three presenters would share hosting responsibilities on a rotating basis, it’s understood.If confirmed, the change would mark a new era for the staple English football highlights show, which was hosted by Gary for 25 years.Sky Sports bosses are reportedly sad to see Kelly leave her roles at the broadcasting giant. More

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      Kelly Cates in awkward TV appearance moments after it is revealed she is ‘quitting Sky to become BBC MOTD host’

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      KELLY CATES made her first TV appearance since reports emerged she is leaving Sky Sports to join the BBC and Match of The Day. The presenter awkwardly hosted Super Sunday ahead of Crystal Palace’s trip to Brighton and the Manchester derby. Kelly Cates made her first TV appearance since reports emerged she is leaving Sky Sports to join the BBCCates was joined by Roy Keane, Gary Neville and Micah Richards from the studio at the Etihad. But it has emerged that Cates could soon be working alongside Richards – also a pundit for the BBC – even more amid a MOTD shake-up. Host Gary Lineker is to leave his lead position after 26 years with Cates one of three names set to replace the England legend. According to the Daily Mail, Gabby Logan and Mark Chapman will share hosting duties on Match of the Day and MOTD2 with Cates.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBoth are BBC presenters who have worked on the shows over the last few years.Cates has worked for the BBC on and off since 2013, for Radio 5 Live.She presented iconic fan phone-in show 606 alongside Ian Wright on Sunday’s between 2013 and 2018.After joining Sky Sports her role was reduced, but Cates returned to host midweek sports show, 5 Live Sport, mostly on Tuesday’s, while she also provided coverage of the 2022 World Cup.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe daughter of Liverpool legend Kenny Dalglish became a TV presenter at Sky Sports, working on several Premier League shows including Friday Night Live.Sky Sports bosses are reportedly sad to see her leave – but she was understood to be the BBC’s leading external candidate to take over from icon Lineker.Lineker started hosting Match of the Day in 1999 and the former Barcelona striker developed into one of the best sports broadcasters in the country. He will continue to present FA Cup matches next season before bowing out with the 2026 World Cup in North America.Alan Shearer in the dark on Gary Lineker’s MOTD replacement, but reveals why he doesn’t want to know who’s coming in More

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      Kelly Cates ‘to QUIT Sky Sports to become one of THREE new Match of the Day hosts’ in huge BBC shake-up

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      KELLY CATES is set to QUIT her Sky Sports role to become a host on Match of the Day, according to reports.She will become one of three presenters on the country’s flagship football show after Gary Lineker steps down at the end of the season, report the Daily Mail.Kelly Cates will be a presenter on Match of the DayCredit: GettyGabby Logan will share hosting duties on Match of the DayCredit: RexCurrent MOTD 2 presenter Mark Chapman will continue in his role and host MOTDCredit: PACates has worked as a presenter on Sky Sports since 2016Credit: GettyShe has presented flagship shows including Super SundayIt is believed Gabby Logan and Mark Chapman will share hosting duties on Match of the Day and Match of the Day 2 with Cates.Both are BBC presenters who have worked on the shows over the last few years.Cates has worked for the BBC on and off since 2013, for Radio 5 Live.She presented iconic fan phone-in show 606 alongside Ian Wright on Sunday’s between 2013 and 2018.After joining Sky Sports her role was reduced, but Cates returned to host a midweek sports show, 5 Live Sport, mostly on Tuesdays, while she also provided coverage of the 2022 World Cup.The daughter of Liverpool legend Kenny Dalglish became a TV presenter at Sky Sports, working on several Premier League shows including Friday Night Live and Super Sunday, which she appeared on for the Manchester Derby today.Sky Sports bosses are reportedly sad to see her leave – but she was understood to be the BBC’s leading external candidate to take over from icon Lineker.Logan and Chapman, who have worked for the BBC for several years including on Match of the Day, both received public backing for the role of host.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSIconic TV host Lorraine Kelly put Logan’s name forward, saying: “While his [Gary’s] replacement has not yet been announced it’s been suggested a woman could be taking over.”With Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Laura Woods among the favourites.Gary Neville TOLD OFF live on Sky Sports by host Kelly Cates after he refuses to answer her Man Utd question”Can I just put out there – no disrespect to the other two – but Gabby Logan would be a-ma-zing.”She is fantastic, she makes it look easy, she knows everything about everything and she’s wonderful.”While Ally McCoist recommended ‘Chappers’, saying: “Yeah, I was about to say the same thing. I feel it’s an iconic show and you’re used to seeing one person.”I want to go and see one person, whether that be Chappers or that be Kelly [Somers]. I know both of them, great, great people.”SunSport has contacted Sky Sports and the BBC for comment. More

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      Alan Shearer in the dark on Gary Lineker’s MOTD replacement, but reveals why he doesn’t want to know who’s coming in

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      ALAN SHEARER remains in the dark over who will replace Gary Lineker as Match of the Day.But he revealed that is just the way he wants it.Alan Shearer had his say on the future of Match of the DayCredit: BBCThe Premier League’s record goalscorer has no plans on leaving like Gary Lineker or Ian WrightCredit: SunSport / BetfairLineker, 64, confirmed he will finish presenting the Premier League highlights show at the end of the season.And No1 pundit Shearer still has no idea who the BBC plan to bring into the hot seat with Mark Chapman, Gabby Logan, Alex Scott and Kelly Somers among the bookies’ favourites.But the Premier League record goalscorer and Betfair ambassador hinted at one name who could be the obvious choice  – and confirmed one man who definitely will not be taking over.Shearer, 54, told SunSport: “I haven’t got a clue what’s going to happen, who will present. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL“Mark Chapman does Match of the Day 2, so I don’t know whether that means he’ll come into Match of the Day or not. “I haven’t got a clue. I probably don’t want to know because I wouldn’t want to lie to people when they ask me. It’s probably best that I don’t know.”SunSport revealed the Beeb want to introduce a job share in a major shake-up – but Chapman is understood to be refusing the idea. Asked if he could be the next presenter, Shearer quickly ruled himself out of the running.Most read in FootballThe Newcastle legend said: “I’m not planning to go anywhere soon but no [don’t want to be the presenter]. I enjoy the punditry side of it. “I don’t know whether you saw it, I did it, I opened the show a couple of weeks ago and I only had eight words to do and I was sweating then. No, they’ll get someone else.”Watch Alan Shearer’s cheeky pitch to be new Match of the Day host in first show since Gary Lineker exit confirmedLineker started hosting Match of the Day all the way back in 1999 and the former Barcelona and England striker has developed into one of the best sports broadcasters in the country. He will continue to present FA Cup matches next season before bowing out with the 2026 World Cup in North America.Shearer is desperate for their swansong together to end with a major trophy for the Three Lions.But he insists nothing has changed on Saturdays since news of Lineker’s departure has become public – although thankfully for the presenter, Shearer was not on this weekend’s show as Newcastle stuffed Leicester 4-0. Shearer, who is also part of the Rest Is Football alongside Lineker, added: “It’s been as it was. There’s been no change. I think it’s fine that it’s out. It’s better for everyone. “Gary’s been an amazing presenter for so long and still is. Who could replace Gary Lineker as MOTD host?GARY LINEKER dropped the shock news that he is QUITTING Match of the Day.The popular presenter, 63, took over hosting duties on the flagship BBC programme from Des Lynam in 1999.But after more than 25 years in the studio hotseat, he has called time on his MOTD gig.But as part of a huge shake-up, the BBC is considering rotating the presenters on a weekly basis.So with Lineker vacating the chair, new names will step into his giant boots. But who could they be?MARK CHAPMANChapman, 51, is the obvious early favourite to follow on from Lineker as MOTD presenter.He already has the gig as MOTD2 host on a Sunday night plus landed the presenting job for the new BBC Champions League highlights show.ALEX SCOTTScott gets the nod from the Beeb bosses when Lineker is away.The former right-back, 40, is used to presenting the Saturday night show as well as live match coverage – plus ticks the box as a former England international.GABBY LOGANLike Scott, Logan, 51, is one of the understudies to step in when Lineker is not available.She has done most gigs since joining the BBC in 2007, including Olympics, Sports Personality of the Year and Final Score.MICAH RICHARDSLineker’s top pick to replace him is exuberant former Man City defender Richards.The departing host told his close pal, 36, on their Stick to Football podcast: “I’d love to see you take over Micah, I think you’d be brilliant in the chair.”JASON MOHAMMADMohammad could earn the “promotion” from Final Score to Match of the Day.The 51-year-old Welshman – who took over from Logan in 2013 – is one of the BBC’s top earners already and is more senior than fellow Final Score and BBC Sport broadcaster Kelly Somers, who could in theory become the main live host for the afternoon slot.JEFF STELLINGHe couldn’t, could he? While Lineker has been the face of Saturday night TV for football fans for years, the face of the afternoons was Stelling in his role as Sky Sports’ Soccer Saturday presenter.He would bring plenty of on-screen charisma, wit and legendary TV expertise – but at nearly 70 and currently with talkSPORT, the Hartlepool fan would not be a cheap or long-term appointment.“I think it’s good that he’s going out on a high in terms of the World Cup. To go out and finish in America, that’s without a doubt going on a high. “Thomas Tuchel’s ultimately been hired with the objective of winning it and that would be pretty special. “We’ll just enjoy the rest of the season. We always have a laugh and a joke on a Saturday, whether it’s about his team Leicester or Newcastle or whoever it may be and I think it’s really important that that will carry on. “He’s done it for so long – 25 years will be his legacy of presenting the iconic football programme. “I watched it every single week in my youth with my mum and dad. Then for me to play professional football and be on it, and then for me to sit on it, I’m lucky to be a part of Match of the Day for as long as I have been. READ MORE SUN STORIES“It’ll be 20 years next year for me. So it’s been amazing. It’s a great show and still has the biggest numbers. And that iconic theme music never gets old, does it?”Don’t miss Alan Shearer vs Rachael Blackmore in Betfair’s Christmas Quizzing… Only Bettor, streamed live on Friday 20 DecemberLineker will leave the highlights show at the end of this seasonCredit: BBCShearer is approaching 20 years on MOTD – but ruled himself out of being the hostCredit: PAMark Chapman is among the favourites to take over from Lineker for the 2025-26 seasonCredit: Getty More

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      How to watch World Cup 2026 qualifying draw for FREE live and who can England face?

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      THE World Cup 2026 qualifying draw is taking place TODAY – and you can watch it for FREE.The draw – which is for the European section of qualification – will not be broadcast live in the UK but that does not mean that England fans will miss any of the action.New England manager is expected to attend the drawSunSport will live blog the draw as it happens but anyone with a decent internet connection will also be able to stream it.New England boss Thomas Tuchel – who officially starts his new role on January 1 – will be watching with a keen eye.Here’s how to follow the 54-team draw from Fifa HQ in Zurich, Switzerland, as it happens.Read More on World Cup 2026How can I watch the World Cup 2026 qualifying draw for FREE?In the UK, the draw will be shown for free on England’s own YouTube channel, the BBC Sport website and the Fifa website.Anyone can watch on the YouTube channel, although to watch on the BBC website you will need to have a TV licence.What time is the World Cup 2026 qualifying draw?The 2026 World Cup qualification draw takes place on Friday, December 13 at approximately 11am GMT (12pm CET).However, Fifa usually like to also spend a while introducing guests and giving speeches so names may not be pulled out of the pot until closer to 11.30am GMT.Most read in SportSouthgate vs Tuchel records comparedTHOMAS TUCHELAugsburg II 2007-2008P34 W 20 D8 L6 Win percentage: 58.82%Mainz 05 2009-2014P184 W72 D46 L66 Win percentage: 39.13%Borussia Dortmund 2015-2017P107 W67 D23 L17 Win percentage: 62.62%Honours: DFB Pokal Paris Saint Germain 2018-2020P127 W95 D13 L16 Win percentage: 74.8%Honours: Ligue 1 X2, Coupe de France, Coupe de la Ligue, Trophee des Champions x2Chelsea 2021-2022P100 W60 D24 L16 Win percentage: 60%Honours: Champions League, Super Cup, Club World CupBayern Munich 2023-2024P61 W37 D8 L16 Win percentage: 60.66%Honours: BundesligaGARETH SOUTHGATEMiddlesbrough 2006-2009P151 W54 D43 Win percentage: 35.76%England U21 2013-2016P37 W27 D5 L5 Win percentage: 72.97%Honours: Toulon tournamentEngland 2016-2024P102 W61 D24 L17 Win percentage: 59.8%Honours: Euros runners up, 2020, 2024What is the format for the World Cup 2026 qualifying draw?There are 54 teams in the European section of the draw with Russia suspended from entering the competition due to the invasion of Ukraine.Teams are seeded into five pots, with pots one to four containing 12 teams and pot five with six teams.They will be drawn into 12 groups – six groups of four (A-F) and six groups of five (G-L)Those drawn in the five-team groups will begin their qualification campaigns in March 2025, while those in four-team groups will start their campaign in September 2025.Because of the Nations League – which also plays matches in March – five-team groups can only contain one team participating in those March matches.The other four teams will then play among themselves during that international break.The draw will start with Pot 1 and finish with Pot 5 – a team will be drawn and assigned to the first available group. There are certain restrictions that will be applied to the draw, firstly due to the Nations League, which means certain teams cannot be drawn into certain groups due to scheduling conflicts.Other restrictions include teams that cannot be drawn together for political reasons – Kosovo and Serbia, for example – and only two teams with medium/high risk of severe winter conditions can be drawn together.Certain teams, such as Kazakhstan, cannot be drawn with multiple teams if the travel is deemed to excessive.ANDY DILLON: Thomas Tuchel has all the ingredients to become a classic England manager – tactical nous, drive and a tangled love lifeBy Andy DillonTHOMAS TUCHEL possesses all the ingredients to become a classic England manager.Tactical nous, drive, energy, experience – a tangled love life.English football should welcome back the most explosive, dynamic, charismatic and impossibly tall and gangly coach to have lit up the Premier League.Chelsea’s colourful former boss has been leading a settled life in Munich of late.Far enough away from ex-wife Sissi but close enough to see his two daughters.Walking his dog in the streets in the east of Germany’s most fashionable city, residing in the posh Bogenhausen area. Living relatively quietly with his Brazilian girlfriend.Tuchel is a vastly different personality to the man who led England quietly but assuredly to the brink of World Cups and European Championships.An excitable nature can make him hard to handle for those seeking calm and who like to impose their way on a manager they view very much as an underling.Read more on why Tuchel REALLY IS the best man for the England jobWho can England face in World Cup 2026 qualifying?The Three Lions are in Pot 1 due to their excellent performances in recent major tournaments.That means Tuchel and Co will not face the likes of Spain, France, Germany and other European heavyweights.Pot 2 contains the likes of Ukraine, Sweden and Turkey, while there is the potential for local derbies against any of the other home nations.Wales are in Pot 2, while Scotland, the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland are all in Pot 3.The pots are in full here: Pot One: Spain, Germany, Portugal, France, Italy, Netherlands, Denmark, Croatia, England, Belgium, Switzerland, Austria.Pot Two: Ukraine, Sweden, Turkey, Wales, Hungary, Serbia, Poland, Greece, Romania, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Norway.Pot Three: Scotland, Slovenia, Republic of Ireland, Albania, North Macedonia, Georgia, Finland, Iceland, Northern Ireland, Montenegro, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Israel.READ MORE SUN STORIESPot Four: Bulgaria, Luxembourg, Kosovo, Belarus, Armenia, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Estonia, Cyprus, Faroe Islands, Latvia, Lithuania.Pot Five: Moldova, Malta, Andorra, Gibraltar, Liechtenstein, San Marino. 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      Gary Lineker told ‘you do know you worked for the BBC for 30 years?’ as he jokes ‘it’s pointless them sacking me now’

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      GARY LINEKER joked “it’s pointless them sacking me now” as Micah Richards poked fun at the BBC stalwart.Lineker, 64, announced last month that he will be quitting Match of the Day at the end of the season after 26 years as host.Gary Lineker is set to leave the BBC in 2026Credit: ReutersHe will continue presenting FA Cup action on the Beeb during the 2025-26 season, before leaving the broadcaster after the 2026 World Cup.During the latest episode of The Rest is Football, Lineker discussed watching the Champions League earlier this week.The former BT Sport anchor said: “I really do like this format. I sat last night and watched the first 20 minutes of City, the second 25 minutes of Arsenal.”And then I put the Goals Show on, which is really good because because it’s a little bit like Soccer Saturday where they’re talking about the games but you actually see the action with it.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”So when the goals go in it’s quite good to keep across all of it. Then I’m constantly checking my phone for the league table and how it changes every few seconds.”It keeps it really interesting, every game’s big, every game’s really important.”Micah Richards cheekily replied: “I don’t think Jason Mohammad would be too happy with that, the BBC have a programme called Final Score Gary, you referenced…”Lineker then cut back in, as Shearer laughed: “Or Final Score.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSRichards added: “You do know you worked for the BBC for 30 years, you know that?”Lineker replied: “In my defence, Micah, at that time of day I’m sitting in the office watching football, so I’ve never seen it.Gary Lineker’s best Match of the Day moments”But actually, I think Final Score’s a much better programme. But Final Score doesn’t need a lift up from me where that other show on Sky does, probably. You work for everybody, Micah!”Final Score came up later in the show, when Lineker referenced keeping up with Barcelona’s 3-2 win over Borussia Dortmund.He said: “I watched quite a lot of that in the second half because it kept coming up on the Goals Show, which is actually nearly as good as Final Score.”Shearer then joked: “You’ll be getting an email!”Lineker added: “It’s pointless them sacking me now though isn’t it really, I’ve only got a few months left anyway.”The presenter recently revealed that he turned down an offer to go on ITV’s Celebrity Big Brother.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe said: “My agent sent it through, and then jokingly he replied, ‘Oh, yes. Gary’s fee will be £50 million’.”Lineker then added: “He did it completely as a joke, obviously. And they came back said, ‘Oh, that’s a little bit…that’s not within our budget’.”Lineker, 64, has entered his final few months hosting Match of the DayCredit: PA More

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      Gary Lineker reveals he turned DOWN huge ITV show as he reveals salary demand for reality shows

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      SPORTS pundit Gary Lineker has revealed just how much a reality TV show might need to pay to entice him to take part.Speaking on YouTube for his podcast The Rest Is Football, he discussed with Micah Richards and Alan Shearer over what he would do if he ever gave up being a pundit for good.Sports presenter Gary Lineker revealed he would ‘never’ do a reality showCredit: ReutersGary revealed he’d been approached for Celebrity Big BrotherCredit: YouTube/The Rest Is FootballThe sports TV pundit revealed his agent joked that he would only take part in a reality show for £50mCredit: YouTube/The Rest Is FootballGary Lineker revealed: “Do you know last week I got requests to go on Celebrity Big Brother.”As his fellow podcasters laughed he then revealed his agent handled the enquiry, but outlined a major fee before Lineker would agree to be involved.Lineker continued: “My agent sent it through, and then jokingly he replied, ‘Oh, yes. Gary’s fee will be £50 million’.”He then added: “He did it completely as a joke, obviously. And they came back said, ‘Oh, that’s a little bit…that’s not within our budget’.”More on Gary LinekerAs Micah and Alan laughed along they joked that Gary would be getting more requests for shows now he’s stepping back from Match Of The Day, but he revealed a stint on a reality show is not likely.Gary explained: “I can tell you now, don’t bother asking.”Last month Gary revealed he will stop presenting Match of the Day at the end of this season.Yet as part of an 18-month contract extension – the 63-year-old will stay on to anchor the Corporation’s 2025/26 FA Cup coverage and the next World Cup.Most read in CelebrityLineker, who will take a substantial pay cut, will have hosted MOTD for 25 years when he steps down from the show.Gary Lineker will stop presenting Match of the Day the end of this season at and will quit Beeb by 2027The former England striker is understood to be on new terms, which will see his salary reduced significantly. He currently receives £1.35m, making him the highest paid broadcaster at the BBC.In November, a BBC source said: “Gary absolutely adores Match of the Day, and has been incredibly happy at the BBC.“But he has been at the helm since 1999, and by the time he leaves, he will have been at the Beeb for 30 years.“He wants to leave on a high – and if England win the World Cup, it doesn’t get much higher.“It’s one of the industry’s worst kept secrets that the new BBC Director of Sport Alex Kay-Jelski and Gary aren’t exactly close. The former is very keen to make his mark by bringing in new faces, and slashing wage bills.“Negotiations have been ongoing for the past six weeks and finally a deal has been struck that everyone is pleased with. “Gary is incredibly popular with both players and viewers, and news of his departure will send shockwaves around the Corporation. In other words, no-one is immune from change.READ MORE SUN STORIES“Gary will be 65 when he leaves; frankly, he isn’t getting younger and just feels the time is right to focus solely on his mogul interests outside the BBC – namely his Goalhanger podcasting business which is becoming huge Stateside.”BBC execs, meanwhile, will be giving Match of the Day a reboot to keep it fresh in the wake of such a huge departure.”Gary is set to leave BBC’s Match Of The Day in 2026Credit: BBCThe sports pundit will continue to present FA Cup and 2026 World Cup coverageCredit: PA More

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      I’ve got 19 gold medals and I’m on Sports Personality of the Year shortlist – but lots of people don’t know who I am

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      DAME SARAH STOREY is in the running for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award – but she admits people still ask “Who is she?”.The Paralympic Games star has enjoyed a medal-laden career with 19 gold medals.Sarah Storey has been nominated for SPOTYCredit: GettyShe has won 19 gold medals during her careerCredit: PALuke Littler is one of the favourites for the awardCredit: PAJude Bellingham is also in the runningCredit: APStorey, 47, is up against popular stars including Luke Littler and Jude Bellingham in the race for SPOTY.Olympic 800m champ Keely Hodgkinson and triathlon king Alex Yee as well as record-breaking cricketer Joe Root are also in the running.The cyclist and swimmer has insisted that para-sports is not covered enough between Paralympic games.Storey has claimed that, as a result, it makes sports more challenging and affects people’s ability to recognise her compared to her counterparts.READ MORE ON SPORTShe said: “It’s really, really challenging.”You only have to look at comments when I was out of Dancing on Ice, people were like, ‘Well, who is she?’”People don’t see para-sport on TV enough to know who their most successful athlete is.”She won two more gold medals in the C4-C5 road race and the C5 time trials in the Paris Olympics earlier this year.Most read in AthleticsCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSShe was expected to appear on Dancing on Ice but was forced to withdraw due to a fractured ankle, which occurred during practice.If Storey succeeds at SPOTY, she will have made history as the oldest winner of the award ever.Dancing On Ice chaos as Sarah Storey QUITS with nasty injury weeks before show startsKeely Hodgkinson has also been nominated for the awardCredit: Sunday TimesAlex Yee is also in with a chance after his Olympic heroicsCredit: GettySarah Storey’s Paralympic medalsHere is a look at Sarah Storey’s Paralympic medal haul…1992:2x Gold3x Silver1x Bronze1996:3x Gold1x Silver1x Bronze2000:2004:2x Silver1x Bronze2008:2012:2016:2020:2024:She had already picked up her fifth gold medal in swimming before four of her rivals were born.She first competed in the Games back in 1992 when she was just 14 years old.The mum of two added: “I’m quite happy at being the oldest.”The only person [on the SPOTY shortlist] who was born when I went to my first Games was Joe Root and the other four weren’t born until after I’d won my fifth gold in swimming.”There’s lots of talk around older athletes, especially older female athletes, and I’m involved in research into enabling more female athletes to continue into their late thirties, early forties and in my case late forties.”The example I’m hopefully leading is that you can come back after having children, if you’ve got the right support, if you know your body, and you can continue to enjoy competitive sports at any level.”Storey is aiming to make it ten appearances at the Paralympics in Los Angeles in 2028.However, she is aware of the competition from younger athletes such as France star Heïdi Gaugain.Storey had the edge over Gaugain in Paris as she beat her in the road race after a thrilling sprint finish.She said: “It’s taking it one year at a time and hopefully come March or April, when I’m fully recovered [from her ankle injury], I’ll have got a plan together.”You’ve got to be strategic and if you’re not, you don’t know where you’re going to find those gains.”They’re marginal and they get even more marginal as you get older.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Heidi is getting older and stronger, and that’s exciting.”But I have to make sure I’ve got a plan to counteract her youthfulness.”Joe Root is the final nominee for the SPOTYCredit: APBBC Sports Personality of the Year Award nominationsHere is a look at the nominations for this year’s SPOTY…Luke Littler – Darts starJude Bellingham – FootballerKeely Hodgkinson – OlympianAlex Yee – OlympianSarah Storey – ParalympianJoe Root – Cricketer More