Ryan Walters, Sportsbeat reporter

Ben Proud is ready to put lessons learned on the Gold Coast into striking gold at the Olympics.

She may be one of the younger skaters in her age category but underestimate Olivia Weedon at your peril.

Two-time Olympic champion Pete Reed says he is ready to seize the day as he gears up for the ‘magical’ British Indoor Rowing Championships at the Lee Valley VeloPark.

With nine Tour de France appearances under his belt Mark Cavendish knows a thing or two about endurance – and the Manx Missile admits staying power will also be crucial at Six Day London.

CYCLING has certainly served Laura Trott well as two Olympic gold medals will attest - and the 23-year-old joined members of the Women’s Institute in yesterday to share her passion for the sport.

CYCLING has certainly served Laura Trott well as two Olympic gold medals will attest - and the 23-year-old joined members of the Women’s Institute in yesterday to share her passion for the sport.

HILLINGDON’S homeless are set to benefit after a leading charity received £3,000 to continue giving those living rough a chance to get back on their feet.

RAE Ganna and her six-year-old otterhound, Hugo, were top dog at last year’s Crufts, and the pair are determined to put Hayes back on the map with another victory in 2013.

CHRIS Robshaw has proved he’s the right man to captain England, according to teammate Tom Croft, who believes the Quins flanker is in the side on merit, not just for his leadership.

CHRIS Robshaw has proved he’s the right man to captain England, according to teammate Tom Croft, who believes the Quins flanker is in the side on merit, not just for his leadership.