Manchester Para-Swimming coach Rob Greenwood insists it’s both a shock and an honour to be recognised for his work after being named High Performance Coach of the Year at the UK Coaching Awards.

Life for Keri-Anne Payne has been somewhat of a whirlwind since returning from the Rio Olympic Games, but Team GB’s self-titled head cheerleader wouldn’t change any of it for the world.

James Guy has warned his rivals at next month’s European Aquatic Championships to watch out as the reigning world champion steps up his preparations for the Rio Olympics.

As one of Great Britain’s most decorated Paralympians, few in sport can claim to have such a diverse background as Dame Sarah Storey after winning medals in cycling and swimming.

James Guy has Michael Phelps in his sights and while he will be an Olympic newbie the Bury freestyler insists he is ready to take down his idol.

Former Stockport Metro swimmer Keri-Anne Payne admitted she was at a loss to explain her struggles at the 2016 British Swimming Championships after she could only finish third in the 800m freestyle in Glasgow.

She may have missed out on the British 100m backstroke title in Glasgow but bronze medallist Jessica Fullalove believes she is not far off her best.

Not all couples can boast three gold medals at the Commonwealth Games, four Challenge Cup wins and a Manchester coffee shop.

Four-time Olympic medallist Rebecca Adlington believes Keri-Anne Payne’s smarter approach will see the Stockport swimmer battling for a medal at Rio 2106.

Martin Schweizer has competed at World and European Championships, as well as being a national record holder.

The Swim, Bike, Run and Tri Expo returns to Manchester in March with marathon world record holder Paula Radcliffe set to inspire hordes of amateur runners preparing to smash PBs in 2016.