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OLYMPICS SPECIAL
They are Britain’s new stars, who have put their hearts and souls into winning gold, silver and bronze medals for Team GB at this year’s Olympic Games. Following a gruelling two weeks that saw some impressive performances in searing heat, our Olympians proved they were, once again, among the best in the world, racing up the medal table and into the nation’s hearts. From gymnast Max Whitlock successfully defending his title to diver Tom Daley knitting woolly creations at the side of the swimming pool, we take a look at some of the highlights of Tokyo
MAX WHITLOCK
In a moment that no doubt matched stepping on top of the Olympic winners’ podium, 28-yearold Max Whitlock received a fitting welcome when he arrived back at Heathrow with his gold medal around his neck. Not only was wife Leah waiting to proudly greet him, their two-year-old daughter Willow delightedly ran into his arms (all below right).
“What an amazing surprise,” he said. “My family kept it a secret so I didn’t think they were meeting me at the airport.”