Former BMX world champ forced to retire through injury

    A former BMX world champion has been forced into early retirement due to injury.

    Liam Phillips, 28, became world champion in 2013, was a three-time Olympian and won 10 gold medals at the BMX Supercross World Cup.

    The Briton injured his hand and wrist in a crash in February.

    Phillips is no stranger to coming off his bike – he broke his collarbone 12 weeks before London 2012 and then again eight weeks before Rio 2016. He then went on to crash out in both competitions.

    He was quoted by BBC Sport reflecting on his time in the sport: "I can honestly say that I achieved more throughout my career than I ever thought possible.

    "Becoming world champion and wearing the rainbow jersey was the proudest 12 months of my career.

    "Winning a home World Cup four years on the bounce and striving to be the best in the world on a daily basis are memories that I'll always cherish.

    "I would like to help athletes who have talent but need some guidance to help plan, prepare and shape their programmes.

    "If I'm no longer able to compete myself, it feels right for me to assist others in their quest to achieve their goals."

    More from Sport

    Listener Club

    Get more with the Listener Club!

    • Remix Saturdays Remix Saturdays

      Every Saturday evening we turn to remixes of hit songs to get you in the Saturday night party mood! Every Saturday between 5pm - 8pm

    • The Golden Era The Golden Era

      The golden era of Bollywood celebrated in this weekly show full of classics taking you back in time. Every Sunday between 5pm - 7pm

    • Alim OnAir Alim OnAir

      Have you a question about the religious, cultural or tradition aspect of Islam? Then join Hazrat Maulana Fazal Dad in the weekly show every Friday between 8-9pm.

    • Bhangra Nights Bhangra Nights

      Get over the Weekday blues - Every Tuesday night is party night with the best Bhangra and Urban Asian Beats. The Bhangra Show every Tuesday between 8pm-11pm