Olympic gold-medalist Denise Lewis receives damehood
By Oprah Flash & PA MediaOlympic gold medallist Denise Lewis has praised her mother and other women in her family for pushing her to succeed as she collected her damehood honour.
"My mum raised me single-handedly and there was her selflessness and tenacity to keep pushing forward, to work hard, not settle and to want a better life," Lewis explained.recognition for her role as president of Commonwealth Games England and for services to sport. The Olympian said that through her mother and grandmother, she saw a work ethic that included "wanting to succeed when lots of chips are stacked against you".Moeen Ali becomes an Officer of the British Empire for his services to cricket
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