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      Aston Villa star Emi Martinez makes save so good against Forest even Sky Sports cameras can’t find ball

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      EMI MARTINEZ produced “the best Premier League save” so stunning that even Sky Sports had no idea where the ball ended up.Nottingham Forest fans inside the City Ground and watching their clash against Aston Villa on TV thought their side had gone in front on the hour mark.Emi Martinez produced a stunning save at the City GroundCredit: ReutersNicolas Dominguez thought he had equalisedCredit: GettyThe Argentine ended up over the line but crucially the ball did notCredit: Sky SportsThe ball stayed in play but was lost by the Sky camerasCredit: Sky SportsBut it turned out Martinez, 32, had produced a moment of sheer genius to deny Nicolas Dominguez from heading in.And it was so good that the Sky Sports cameras could not work out what was going on as the ball went out of shot – even though it was still in play. Unmarked at the back post, Dominguez headed a corner goalwards and looked for all the world to have scored.But bizarrely the net did not ripple – to his clear confusion as he lay in the penalty area.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd it was not until the replays were shown that fans and commentators realised what had actually happened. Martinez had somehow managed to spin around and claw the ball back from on the line and pull it back into the six-yard box before it was hoofed away by a Villa defender.It looked as though it has gone out for a corner and the camera stayed on the cluster of players in the penalty area. Weirdly, though, the ball stayed in play near the corner flag – but the Sky operators lost track of it – before the players carried on and the yellow ball suddenly came back into the frame from a cross. Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSJust moments after Martinez’s magic stop, Villa broke the deadlock at the other end. Jhon Duran headed in emphatically before another fine save from Martinez.Emi Martinez and his stunning Wag are booed mercilessly at Ballon d’Or ceremony by France fans He escaped a Chris Wood equaliser by a narrow VAR call but then Nikola Milenkovic got the better of Martinez as the Argentine unluckily got his arms in a muddle as the header bundled over the line in the 87th minute. Then in incredible scenes, Anthony Elanga grabbed an injury-time winner to flip the match on its head and secure a memorable victory for Forest. But even so, all the talk on social media was about the two-time world’s best goalkeeper’s heroics. Approximately 3,000 fans on a Sky Sports X poll dubbed it the save of the season so far.And supporters flooded the comments with praise for the World Cup winner.One said: “That’s an all-timer.”Another wrote: “That was insane Martinez always comes up big when it matters.”A third added: “Unreal my word save of the season easy.”A fourth typed: “Slow motion that is absolutely sensational.”A sixth replied: “Unstoppable reflexes under pressure!”And a final user boldly declared: “Best save ever.”Then Jamie Redknapp on punditry duties in the Sky studio claimed it was the best save in Premier League history.He said: “I can’t think of a better save. Somehow he reacts. It’s the best save.”I can’t think of a better Premier League save in my life. People talk about Gordon Banks against Pele.READ MORE SUN STORIES”It’s behind him, he doesn’t just save it but drags it back.”Absolutely incredible. That is truly sensational.”Dominguez had a free header at the back postCredit: Sky SportsMartinez somehow kept the ball out with his super saveCredit: Sky SportsDominguez was left utterly confusedCredit: Sky SportsMartinez failed to keep out a far easier header from Nikola MilenkovicCredit: PA More

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      Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2 live stream and TV guide: How to watch big Riyadh PPV

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      TIME will stand still once again as Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk go punch-for-punch in front of a sold-out Riyadh crowd – but details of how fans from home can tune in have been revealed!The two boxing juggernauts locked horns earlier this year in a rare undisputed heavyweight clash.Oleksandr Usyk won by a split decisionCredit: GettyAnd to the shock of many, Ukrainian legend Usyk came out on top and handed Fury his first-ever professional loss with a split decision triumph.Fury believes that the mistakes he made cost him the victory as the Gypsy King said: Throwing punches while I wasn’t thinking about what I was doing. “It wasn’t for what he did was so great, it’s what I did that was a mistake really. And that’s it.”Well, Fury has the chance to prove to the ones in the Riyadh crowd that it was just a fluke defeat as he takes on Usyk once again.Read more on Fury vs Usyk 2He’ll want to put on a show for the people who are watching from home too and SunSport can tell boxing lovers exactly how you can tune in.How to watch Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2DAZN PPV, TNT Sports Box Office and Sky Sports Box Office will ALL be broadcasting Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Uysk 2 once again.The cost to purchase the PPV on TNT and DAZN is £24.99, while the event is priced at £24.95 on Sky Sports.Usyk vs Fury 2 on TNT Sports Box Office can be watched on discovery+, EE TV, Virgin Media TV and Prime Video. You do not need to be a TNT Sports subscriber to buy this event.Watch Fury Vs Usyk 2 live on DAZN*If you click on a link in this boxout we will earn affiliate revenue.How to Watch Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2 live on DAZNGet ready to rumble with Fury vs Usyk 2 live on DAZN Pay-Per-View! Here’s how:Buy the PPV: Get access to the fight by purchasing the PPV on DAZN.No Commitment, 7-Day Free Trial: With your PPV purchase, you’ll also receive a 7-day free trial of DAZN. Enjoy all the action and explore DAZN’s sports lineup with no extra cost!First Month Free: Monthly DAZN subscribers can get their first month for free when signing up!No Subscription Required: The PPV price is all you need to pay. There’s no obligation to continue after your free trial ends.Don’t miss the biggest fight of 2024! On December 21st “Gypsy King” Tyson Fury takes on “The Cat” Oleksandr Usyk for a second time in what promises to be the rematch of the century — order now and start your free DAZN trial today!Who else is fighting on Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2 card?Fans are thoroughly looking forward to Tyson Fury’s rematch against Oleksandr Usyk but there are some blockbuster names on the undercard too.Israil Madrimo who narrowly lost to Terence Crawford in August, takes on Serhii Bohachuk.Most read in BoxingWhile British heavyweights Moses Itauma and Johnny Fisher face challenges in Demsey McKean and Dave Allen respectively.Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk; For Usyk’s WBA, WBC and WBO heavyweight titlesSerhii Bohachuk vs Israil MadrimovMoses Itauma vs Demsey McKeanJohnny Fisher vs Dave AllenDennis McCann vs Peter McGrailIsaac Lowe vs Lee McGregorWhat has been said?The build-up and aftermath to Tyson Fury’s first professional defeat was dominated by rumours of him having a poor training camp and getting “turned over” in sparring.It was claimed he didn’t spar properly due to the cut which delayed his long-awaited meeting with the undefeated Ukrainian.But during a sitdown face-off with DAZN, Fury insisted: “It was a fantastic training camp.”Never once have I ever said I had any problems in camp because I didn’t.”I heard a load of d***heads talking s**t that I had a lot of problems in camp.”But I didn’t have any problems. I had a fantastic training camp.” More

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      Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta surprises Laura Woods with heartwarming present as TNT Sports host says ‘this was amazing’

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      ARSENAL manager Mikel Arteta surprised Gunners superfan Laura Woods with an early Christmas present.TNT Sports presenter Woods, 37, is a well known Gooner and covered her favourite club’s Champions League clash with Monaco on Wednesday at the Emirates.Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta surprised Laura Woods with a giftArteta and Woods met after Arsenal’s Champions League win over MonacoArteta gave Woods a baby onesie as she expects her first childWoods announced her pregnancy back in JulyArteta, 42, led the North Londoners to a dominant 3-0 victory over the Ligue 1 giants with a brace by Bukayo Saka and a goal by Kai Havertz.And the Spanish tactician met with Woods after full-time where he offered her a heartwarming present as she prepares to welcome her first child with Love Island alumni Adam Collard.The Arsenal boss offered the TV star a baby onesie straight from the club’s official store.The reporter was left with a big smile on her face as she shared pics on Instagram thanking the Spaniard.Read More on ArsenalWoods issued the following caption: “This was amazing, thank you.”And she followed it with: “My club.”Woods broke the news that she was pregnant back in July.The journalist managed to keep her pregnancy a secret throughout the entirety of Euro 2024.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSShe made the announcement before jetting off to Paris to cover the Olympics.Woods and Collard broke the news of their engagement back in September.Watch hilarious moment Laura Woods cracks cheeky joke live on TNT Sports leaving Ferdinand and Crouch in stitchesThe couple started dating last year and the reality TV personality got down on one knee on the beach in Cornwall to pop the big question.Woods covered Arsenal’s clash with Monaco and spoke to Arteta at full-timeCredit: GettyArsenal ratings vs Monaco as Lewis-Skelly gets standing ovation but Merino is heavy and slowBUKAYO SAKA scored twice as Arsenal saw off Monaco 3-0 in the Champions League.Here is how SunSport’s Lloyd Canfield rated the players’ performances.DAVID RAYA – 7/10Rarely troubled throughout the game, but did what he had to do.Commanding in the box, and pretty good distribution-wise, with only a few mistakes on that front.THOMAS PARTEY – 6A mixed bag from Partey tonight, with a few nice passes creating dangerous attacks, and a few going wildly astray.Wasn’t caused an awful lot of trouble by Monaco’s left side.WILLIAM SALIBA – 7Solid at the back as per usual. Always gives you a seven out of ten.JAKUB KIWIOR – 7A capable deputy in Gabriel’s absence, sharp on the ball and dependable off of it. Equally as good as Saliba next to him.MYLES LEWIS-SKELLY – 9Playing as a left-back, Lewis-Skelly became the latest Hale End academy graduate to make his full Champions League debut vs Monaco.A sensational bit of play to beat Monaco’s press allowed him to slot an inch-perfect ball into Jesus who set up Saka for Arsenal’s opener.Given a standing ovation by the home support when he left the pitch after 64 minutes.DECLAN RICE – 7Broke up play nicely as he always does, often sliding in to shut down Monaco attacks.Not as threatening as we have seen him be previously going forward, but that wasn’t his job this evening with Merino alongside him.MIKEL MERINO – 4I wasn’t moved.Arsenal fans might be left slightly disappointed by the Odegaard – Merino – Rice midfield they were excited about. Looked heavy and slow, and got booked.MARTIN ODEGAARD – 5Not his usual elegant self in midfield for Arsenal.Unfortunately let down by his end product tonight, as he missed two huge chances to double their lead either side of half-time.GABRIEL MARTINELLI – 4A threat down the left side in the first half, he should’ve had an assist were it not for Arsenal’s number nine.While he showed some bright sparks, his end product in general was not good enough.BUKAYO SAKA – 8In the right place at the right time as he so often is to open the scoring after a great ball across the box by Jesus.Reacted quickly to a goalkeeper mistake and finished into the far corner for what was his seventh home Champions League goal in seven home Champions League games – clinical.GABRIEL JESUS – 5Could’ve had a first-half brace, but for his lack of composure, as he missed TWO huge 1v1 chances early on in the tie.What he lacked in finishing however, he made up for with a quality assist to set up Saka for the opening goal.SUBS:LEANDRO TROSSARD (GABRIEL MARTINELLI, 64) – 5Much the same story as the man whom he replaced.JORGINHO (DECLAN RICE, 64) – 6A calming presence in the Arsenal midfield, helped to settle the ball when he got on it.JURRIEN TIMBER (MYLES LEWIS-SKELLY, 64) – 6Replaced the best player on the pitch and Arsenal’s level didn’t drop much.KAI HAVERTZ (GABRIEL JESUS, 73) – 8Put the goalkeeper under plenty of pressure to force the mistake for Saka’s second.Got the faintest of nicks for the Gunners’ third.ETHAN NWANERI (MARTIN ODEGAARD, 79) – 5Another good few minutes in the tank for the Arsenal starlet with a very bright future.Some good touches to get the home fans excited. 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      Roy Keane tells his side of story on furious Ipswich fan confrontation and reveals he DID wait for supporter in car park

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      ROY KEANE has broken his silence on the major bust-up he had with an Ipswich fan last month.The Manchester United legend was involved in a heated argument with a fan during an advert break while working for Sky Sports as his old club drew 1-1 with Ipswich at Portman Road.Roy Keane has revealed his side of the story from his argument with a fan at IpswichCredit: TwitterKeane was heard telling a fan he would see them in the car parkCredit: TwitterKeane insists he was ‘calm’ during the heated conversationCredit: Youtube / The OverlapAnd he revealed he did wait for the fan in the car parkCredit: Youtube / The OverlapIn a video of the incident, the 53-year-old was heard telling a fan he would wait for them in the car park after the fan had yelled, “F*** you Keane”.The confrontation prompted an investigation by Sky chiefs to ascertain what happened, but Keane was back on TV the following Sunday for Liverpool’s game against Manchester City.But Keane has now lifted the lid of what happened from his point of view. Speaking on a live showing of the Stick To Football podcast, brought to you by Sky Bet, Keane said: “I wasn’t angry at the Ipswich Town game.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”What happens when we’re doing matches and the analysis is happening at the end of the match when fans can be up or down, whatever emotions they are feeling – and people think they can abuse you, and it seems to be a, ‘We’re supposed to accept that’.”I went over to him twice – I said, ‘No problem, if you want to abuse me or if you want a discussion with me, well I’m working’. “I went over to him twice at different stages and he was swearing in front of kids.”I said, ‘If you want to see me afterwards’ – and people thought I was asking him for a [fight] – I said, ‘I’ll see you in the car park’. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”Where else was I going to see him? He wasn’t there! I couldn’t say see you in the lounge. They were obviously asked to leave the ground.”The comment prompted laughter from co-stars on the live panel, including Ian Wright, Jill Scott, Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher and Derek Chisora.Roy Keane tells fan ‘I’ll wait in the car park’ after furious pitchside confrontation following Ipswich vs Man UtdWright admitted he was “quite angry” at the incident before Keane spoke about it.The Ipswich fan appears to have been taking their anger out on Keane following his difficult 21-month spell in charge of the club which ended almost 14 years ago.Ipswich was Keane’s last job in management.Having worked with Sky since 2011, Keane has cast doubt over his long-term future with the broadcaster after saying he would “absolutely not” be working in punditry in 10 years time.He also declared he is looking to move abroad in the next couple of years, earmarking “beautiful” Switzerland as a possible destination. Arsenal icon Wright explained what the typical implications of asking someone to meet in a car park would be offering someone out.But Keane hit back saying: “No I’m not offering someone out, I’m 53 years of age with five kids and two grandkids.”Keane said he then waited in the car and said the fan “wasn’t there”.He added: “I was calm. That’s not me getting angry. Did I wait in car park? There were other idiots in the car park, other people hanging around. “But I don’t get it and obviously the anger people have is that I’m asking someone out for a fight.”Keane also spoke about the incident at Arsenal last year where he was left “shaken” after he was headbutted by a fan.The ex-midfielder added: “Bizarrely I had that last year as well at Arsenal. Thank god the judge could see through the nonsense and realise I was assaulted. “But honestly, I wasn’t angry last weekend. I just said, ‘I’ll see you later’. I was calm.”With the panel reduced to silence listening to Keane, he quipped: “You don’t believe me do you?” Laughter came from the panel before Wright admitted he would have likely “escalated” the situation if he was there.He recalled the hilarious story of how he would chase down drivers who had not said thank you to him when he had let them go.Wright said: “I would have escalated that if I was there.”What do I do when I’m angry? I don’t get as angry now, but like when I’m driving and I let people through and they don’t say thank you and I’m fine.”Normally that is at least a five-minute chase of real anxiousness to try and get by the side.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I remember there were times where I’d done that and gone (gestured with arms out) and they’d go, ‘Hey thanks’, and then you go, ‘It’s okay’ and then you drive off.”I don’t really get angry like that anymore. That used to really bother me. But now I’m like, ‘Just relax’.”Roy Keane’s angriest momentsWhat really ticks off Roy Keane?The Irishman is known for his no-nonsense approach to football.And some particular things really do get on Keane’s wick.It all makes for great entertainment for fans, who love the Man United legend’s take on the beautiful game.But is Keane being a bit too sensitive himself?From smiling players to ABBA, nothing is sacred.And we all know about his dislike for a prawn sarnie…Here are the things that really make Roy Keane angry. More

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      Viddal Riley next fight: UK start time, live stream, TV channel, full card for cruiserweight clash

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      VIDDAL RILEY is back in action this weekend and he’ll be looking to leave a big impression. The 27-year-old last fought back in March against Mikael Lawal and was victorious on points in his biggest win yet. Viddal Riley beat Mikael Lawal in his last fightCredit: GettyRiley had to deal with an injury following the fight, however, as it was revealed the cruiserweight fractured his rib in the first round. But now he’s back and looking to remain in the win column with hopes of securing an eventual British title fight. Standing in his way is Steve Eloundou Ntere, a 39-year-old with a record of 9-2. When is Viddal Riley’s fight?Viddal Riley’s latest fight will take place on on Saturday, December 14.The fight will be held at the Liverpool Exhibition Centre in Liverpool, England.The fight, will take place midway through the card is likely to get underway from around 7.30pm GMT.The main event is between Natasha Jonas and Ivana Habazin, while the co-main is Lauren Price vs Bexcy Mateus.What channel is it on and can it be live streamed?Riley’s fight with Ntere will be shown live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Arena in the UK.You can live stream all the action from the NOW TV or Sky Go app, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.Viddal Riley full fight cardAlso on the card is Natasha Jonas’ welterweight unification fight against Ivana Habazin.Lauren Price is up against Bexcy Mateus in a clash for the WBA welterweight title.Natasha Jonas vs. Ivana Habazin, WBC & IBF welterweight titlesLauren Price vs. Bexcy Mateus, WBA welterweight titleStephen McKenna vs. Lee CutlerViddal Riley vs. Steve Eloundou NtereMark Jeffers vs. Elvis AhorgahMason Cartwright vs. TBAFrankie Stringer vs. Tatenda MangombeMikie Tallon vs. Benn NormanMost read in Boxing More

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      Lauren Price vs Bexcy Mateus: UK start time, live stream, TV channel and full card for welterweight title fight

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      LAUREN PRICE returns to the ring this weekend as she faces Bexcy Mateus in a defence of her welterweight world titles. The Tokyo 2020 Olympic gold-medallist holds the WBA, IBO and Ring Magazine titles at 147lbs and is undefeated so far as a professional. Lauren Price is the WBA and Ring Magazine champion at 147lbsCredit: PAPrice is 7-0 as a pro, with her biggest win coming against Jessica McCaskill back in May. It was on that night she picked up her world titles, but now she’s looking for more gold, and a win over Mateus could put her in a huge fight. Natasha Jonas’ fight with Ivana Habazin for the IBF and WBC welterweight titles takes place on the same card, and the hope for promoters Boxxer is that Jonas and Price win their bouts to set up a fight between themselves. When is Price vs Mateus?Lauren Price’s defence of her WBA title will take place on Saturday, December 14.The fight will be held at the Liverpool Exhibition Centre in Liverpool, England.The fight, which is co-main event is likely to get underway from around 9pm GMTThe main event between Natasha Jonas and Ivana Habazin will be on straight after.What channel is it on and can it be live streamed?Price vs Mateus will be shown live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Arena in the UK.You can live stream all the action from the NOW TV or Sky Go app, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.Jonas vs Habazin full cardAlso on the card is Natasha Jonas’ welterweight unification fight against Ivana Habazin.Stephen McKenna and Viddal Riley are in action on the bill too.Natasha Jonas vs. Ivana Habazin, WBC & IBF welterweight titlesLauren Price vs. Bexcy Mateus, WBA welterweight titleStephen McKenna vs. Lee CutlerViddal Riley vs. Steve Eloundou NtereMark Jeffers vs. Elvis AhorgahMason Cartwright vs. TBAFrankie Stringer vs. Tatenda MangombeMikie Tallon vs. Benn NormanMost read in Boxing More

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      Why is Chelsea vs Brentford kicking off at 7pm instead of 4.30pm this Sunday?

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      CHELSEA’S West London derby clash with Brentford will kick off at 7pm this Sunday.The unique kick-off time was confirmed by the Premier League in October.Chelsea enjoyed a 4-3 win over Tottenham last weekendCredit: AlamyThomas Frank will take his Brentford side to Chelsea this SundayCredit: RexThe match was originally scheduled to take place at 3pm on Saturday.It has not been selected for live television coverage in the UK.But due to Chelsea’s participation in the Europa Conference League on Thursday, the date of their Brentford clash was forced to be moved.The Blues face a long trip to Kazakhstan to face Astana on Thursday.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLChelsea’s match against the Kazakh side will kick off at 3:30pm UK time.Enzo Maresca’s side will have to undergo a more than 7,000-mile round trip to play in the game.Ordinarily, Sundays are dominated by Sky Sports’ two Super Sunday selections.This week Brighton’s derby clash with Crystal Palace will air on Sky Sports Main Event at 2pm, before the Manchester derby kicks off at 4:30pm.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSTNT Sports’ slot is usually on Saturday at 12:30pm.This weekend they have chosen Tottenham’s trip to Southampton for live coverage.Watch Thomas Frank’s incredible Brentford speech after beating Newcastle Due to Spurs’ participation in the Europa League, however, the match has had to be moved to Sunday.The Saints-Tottenham game could not be scheduled to directly clash with either of Sky Sports’ Sunday matches.And it could not have been given the 12pm slot in consideration of Spurs’ tight European turnaround.Ange Postecoglou’s men travel to Glasgow to face Rangers on Thursday night.So with these factors in mind, the game was moved to the unusual 7pm slot on Sunday.And for similar reasons, Chelsea vs Brentford has taken the same kick-off time.Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham will travel to Southampton this SundayCredit: Rex 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