British Stars of Beijing

Profiles of British athletes who achieved medal success at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Articles highlight gold medallists across swimming, cycling, athletics and boxing competitions.

Beijing Triple Winner: Chris Hoy

Chris Hoy became only the second British Olympic athlete to win three gold medals at a single Games, matching a record set a century earlier.

Christine Ohuruogu Picks Up Gold in Beijing

Christine Ohuruogu won Britain's only track and field gold at the 2008 Beijing Olympics just months after her lifetime Olympic ban was overturned.

James DeGale: The Middleweight Title Holder

James DeGale overcame the odds to win gold at the 2008 Beijing Olympics despite a history of underperforming on big stages.

Rebecca Adlington Wins Double Freestyle Gold

Rebecca Adlington wins two Olympic golds in Beijing, breaking a 19-year-old world record and becoming Britain's most successful swimmer in a century.

Winning Cyclist: Nicole Cooke

Nicole Cooke's gutsy victory in the 2008 Beijing women's cycling race sparked Britain's best Olympic performance in a century.