Paralympian says David Weir should have been knighted
Paralympic sprinter Sam Ruddock suggested six-time Paralympic gold medallist David Weir should have received a knighthood rather than an CBE on this year's honours list.
He wrote on Twitter:
So proud of all getting New Years Honours. But, no knighthood for @davidweir2012? How many more GOLD MEDALS must he win? #recognise
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