Steve is a sought-after speaker and business coach having set up BackleyBlack, which aims to translate Olympic experience into workplace performance. With the 2001 World Championships in Athletics to look forward to, he threw over ninety metres for the first time since 1992 at the British Grand Prix at Crystal Palace on 22 July. EXCLUSIVE: JAVELIN legend Steve Backley is being held back from going for glory in Dancing On Ice by his hip replacement. He hosted the early morning breakfast show on LBC until 2023 and was the station's longest-serving presenter. Finland's Seppo Rty then bettered the record in 1991. ", Professional dance partner: Gorka Mrquez. On joining the show, Hamza said: "I am absolutely over the moon to be joining Strictly 2022. Sports broadcaster, presenter-commentator, event host and sports journalist, Laura Winter is with the acceleration of a GC sprinter growing a reputation as one of the most capable, credible and versatile sports presenters in the industry. Steve went on the radio for his early breakfast show on LBC on Thursday morning (October 21) but in the three hours he was on, between 4am and 7am, he failed to mention what had happened or even . The joy of the show, the joy it brings everybody, the joy it brings my family and . It's a BBC Centenary celebration next week - Tony and Katya are dancing to the Grandstand theme tune, and Ellie and Johannes are doing Casualty. The TV naturalist has been eliminated from the ballroom competition - so it's time to relive his Strictly journey. Now recognised as one of the most accomplished Major Event anchor broadcasters, presenters and corporate hosts, Jonathan has been lead presenter for the globes biggest sporting events, including the Olympics, Paralympics, Winter Olympics and all cyclings Grand Tours including of course the Tour de France working for for Discovery Eurosport, BBC and Channel 4. Adults should be doing a certain amount of physical activity every week, but you don't have to be strict to see health improvements. Backley was awarded the MBE in the 1995 New Year's Honours list, and then an OBE in 2003. Editor of The Road Book, cyclings unrivalled almanack, Acknowledged as the authoritative voice of cycling on UK terrestrial television, Since 2016, completed three national tours with Bikeology, a unique one-man live theatrical stage experience, Authored six different popular non-fiction books, including Heart of Dart-ness (Bonnier, 2018), Produced and Directed Steven Gerrard A Year in My Life (2006), Produces and presents Never Strays Far podcast, Award winning Steven Gerrard A Year in My Life (2006), Host of The Opening Show - the Racing Magazine Show, Produced Riding a Dream in 2019 documenting Khadijah Mellahs iconic Magnolia Cup victory, Started climbing career in 2011 with Mt. Steve looks at his favourite dancers from the natural world. "I've still got those images in my mind of flying over the top of the car, lying on the ground, my dad coming out and picking me up and the ride in the ambulance. Speaking of the new season of Strictly, Anton said: "My absolute favorite thing about working on the show is the joy. [3] The record was then bettered by the Czech thrower Jan elezn a few weeks later, but Backley then regained the record with a throw 90.98m at Crystal Palace, London, to end the year as the world record holder. Andrew is best known for his role in the STV drama Broadchurch reportedly left his wife of 11 years after falling for his co-star Leila Farzad, 39. Tess Daly with eliminated couple Matt Goss and Nadiya Bychkova Credit: Guy Levy/BBC. She serves as an inspiration to mums everywhere as she juggles family life and training, never letting age or pressure be a barrier to her incredible achievements. Craig Revel Horwood - who gave him a 4 on Saturday night - explained: "Sadly, it was all very stompy the whole thing . Even doing nine holes of golf would leave me in agony. Im just gutted he cant see me do it, but Im going to keep him in mind during the show Im excited my family, just for that reason, will be buzzing. "I step on the ice and think 'What am I doing stood in these ice skates?' He was also on a special Olympic medal winners version of Jungle Run. "I am absolutely thrilled to be giving it my all on this years 20th anniversary of Strictly Come Dancing. The radio star will be taking part in a same-sex couple, following in the footsteps of John Whaite last year. GMB's Susanna Reid forced to change dress that was too 'racy' for morning TV. BROS legend and musician Matt Goss has been confirmed as the eighth contestant to join Strictly Come Dancing 2022. Kaye was the first contestant to be voted off of Strictly Come Dancing in Week 2. The other members of the team were Mark Foster and Iwan Thomas. Here's everything you need to know about the Strictly 2022 line-up as the final takes place. Away from the pool, Marks dalliance with wearing very little continued with an acclaimed appearance in The Real Full Monty in 2012, having temporally covered up (to much fanfare) during his stint on BBCs Strictly Come Dancing. ", He added: "Ive been almost reclusive. Steve Backley on IMDb: Movies, Tv, Celebrities, and more. nor Jeremy Clarkson have been cancelled after reports surfaced regarding his exit from the show. Stephen James Backley, OBE (born 12 February 1969) is a retired British track and field athlete who competed in the javelin throw. Steve Backley OBE, the former javelin world record-holder, runs the consultancy BackleyBlack with former Great Britain team-mate Roger Black. Jonathans Olympic gold medal in Sydney in 2000 was one of the crowning glories for one of Great Britains greatest ever athletes and he was awarded a CBE shortly after. In 2018, she was listed as one of the BBCs 100 most influential women, and also presented the Invictus Games that very same year. It has made household names out of dancers Kevin Clifton, Giovanni Pernice, Anton du Beke, Alijaz Skorjanec, Amy Dowden, Oti . All-round action hero, Steve has . During his career, he was a firm fixture in the British national athletics team. Tragic hillwalker and dog who plunged 100ft in Glencoe to have ashes scattered together. Her fearless approach challenges the perception of Saudi women every day. The series, broadcast on ITV, started on 14 January 2006 and ended on 9 March 2014 after the . Birth Date: 18/02/1967 The records set by elezn and Rty, as well as Backley's 90.98m throw, had all been made using new 'Nemeth' javelins, however in August 1991 the IAAF declared this type of javelin illegal and all records set using them were retrospectively deleted. Lives: Newport, UK. A warm and engaging host who is open to share her vast knowledge of the sports we love. Producing an opening throw of 86.29 and then surpassing that marginally in the third with 86.37 it was obvious that he was in form but he still trailed behind Russian leader Sergey Makarov who had sent out a massive 88.05 first round throw. Having achieved a further Bronze in Athens, alongside two World Championship medals in Osaka and Valencia to add to Commonwealth Gold, Kelly is now one of Britains most decorated and talented track and field athletes. Did you know we have a dedicated TV and Film page on Facebook? Steve Backley won his first major javelin title in 1990. He was a member of Cambridge Harriers Athletics club, and competed for Bexley in the London Youth Games. The TV presenter, best known for his roles presenting the BBCs Animal Park and guest presenting on BBCs Countryfile, is more than up for the challenge. Backley started the year recovering from knee surgery throwing 82.19m against the U.S. in Glasgow, Scotland. Im doing this to make him and my family proud and cant wait to get my dancing shoes on!". The way she's throwing herself at it. Approachable and down-to-earth, she not only tells her own incredible story, but she works with businesses to maximise the potential of their workforce a formidable example of work/life balance. He could only manage 81.50 in the qualifying rounds and when both pools had finished this left him way down in thirteenth place. 'Schizophrenic's' brutal slaying of Scots dog walker 'could not have been predicted'. Micheal shared some of the benefits of eating one type of food, including improved brain health. Taking to the dance floor this Saturday (17th December) is Fleur East, Molly Rainford, Hamza Yassin and Helen Skelton. elezn also edged him for the title at the 1995 World Championships though it was South African Marius Corbett who made Backley have to settle for silver in 1997. The full line-up for Strictly Come Dancing 2022 is as follows: We can't wait to see how they all perform. The team won a BAFTA for their coverage of horse racing in 2017. While he continues to write books, record podcasts and present primetime terrestrial sport on ITV, he also edits The Road Book road racings inimitable, mammoth almanack (launched 2018) as well as hosting a series of hugely successful one-man stage tours, including 2021s Retour de Ned (postponed from 2020 as a result of the coronavirus pandemic). Try 12 issues for 1 today - never miss an issue. On 31 July was the first test and with no major competition he knew that he had reclaimed his Commonwealth title after his very first throw of 86.81 in the City of Manchester Stadium. The Strictly Come Dancing final is on Saturday 17th December at 7:05pm on BBC One. It's after the CBBC presenter, 19, posted a statement on Instagram calling the comments a "step too far". Helen Skelton. In the final his third round throw of 84.13 metres pulled him up to fourth place but he could not improve on this and finished in that position unable to gain a medal at his fourth consecutive games. On joining the show, Ellie said: "Well, cover me in fake tan and roll me in sequins! 11.00 (45% off) In July 1990, Backley set a world record of 89.58m in Stockholm, Sweden.The record was then bettered by the Czech thrower Jan elezn a few weeks later, but Backley then regained the record with a throw 90.98m at Crystal Palace, London, to end the year as the world record holder. Freddie Woodman is Rangers transfer 'target' as Michael Beale looks to solve Ibrox goalkeeper conundrum. At 16, he secured his first role as a live radio reporter at various sporting events which led him to cover the Land Rover G4 Challenge and the British Touring Car Championships. Tony's football career has spanned across three decades, having played for both Arsenal and the England national team. This seemed to inspire Backley and the reigning champion went half a metre past the leader in the fifth with 88.54. Net Worth in 2020. The former X Factor contestant and prolific presenter joins the line-up for the new season - will her musicality prove helpful to her? He is the only British track and field competitor to win medals at three different Olympic Games, whilst also equalling the record of four successive European gold medals. Ive got to make sure its alright, Im excited. Jul 17, 2015 - This Pin was discovered by Dave Startup. Molly was 11 when she found success on BGT with her performance of Ave Maria, while she is the star of the CBBC series Nova Jones. Whatever happens with Dancing On Ice, I hope at the end I'll be more confident on my feet.". "They are falling all over the place and have the luxury of that carefree attitude. Glasgow salon owner visiting Turkish home after earthquake shares heartbreaking video of devastation. The 68-year-old . Getting emotional speaking to Ranvir Singh about joining on Lorraine, Fleur added: "Im going to be doing it for him. "Now I have this battle every day on the ice of being confident," said Steve. Broadcasting House opens 15 May 1932. If I fell on the hip, I could snap the bone. Colin has also developed into a hugely important figurehead for diversity, inclusion and mental health over the last two years. Walker 'could not have been cancelled after reports surfaced regarding his exit from the show, said. 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