Mum broke world records, and raised more than £700,000 through her own charity after losing all four limbs to sepsis at the age of 43

Stand-out star of an unforgettable summer of cricket inspired England’s historic World Cup win before one of the greatest Test innings of all time

Rugby legend who inspired millions when he came out as gay, and who this year broke down stigma around HIV by revealing he is living with the condition

Promising young footballer who went blind at the age of seven has been earmarked as a future England star

Britain’s fastest-ever woman made history with victory in the 200m at this year’s World Championships 

After his dad passed away, Alfie set up a charity campaign to support other children affected by bereavement

The world’s first gay rugby team has blazed a trail for inclusiveness and tolerance in sport

Swimmer who overcame a series of painful injuries and setbacks to become a three-time world champion

Breaking down barriers and uniting people of all ages, including refugees, people with disabilities and asylum seekers, through a mutual love of table tennis

Has raised £750,000 for cystic fibrosis charities and is now inspiring children with the condition to take up exercise