Sir Bradley Wiggins knighted
Britain's most decorated cyclist Sir Bradley Wiggins has officially been awarded a Knighthood in a ceremony at Buckingham Palace. Wiggins was Knighted for services to cycling in the New Year Honours list.
Wiggins to be awarded Knighthood at Palace ceremony
Sir Bradley Wiggins is to be formally awarded a Knighthood today at an investiture ceremony at Buckingham Palace.
It was announced in the New Year Honours list that Britain's most decorated cyclist was to receive the honour for services to cycling following his Tour de France win and gold at London 2012.
More top news
-
Italy allows child migrants to disembark rescue ship
The move by Matteo Salvini comes amid a political stand-off in Italy over migrants.
-
Passerby discovers 4ft python at Dorset nature reserve
The RSPCA says the Royal Python was found too far away from any homes to have escaped by itself.
-
17-year-old charged with murder following death of Peter Duncan in Newcastle
A 17-year-old male, who cannot be named for legal reasons, has today been charged with murder, possession of an offensive weapon and theft.