The shortlist for BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2024 has been revealed as six stars are recognised for their outstanding achievements in an action-packed year of sport. The contenders are (in alphabetical order):

The shortlist of nominees for the BBC Sports Personality of Year award has emerged – and one athlete is already a huge favourite to win. After another eventful year of sporting action, which included the men’s European Championships and Summer Olympics,

Shortlist and odds for 2024 award - Keely Hodgkinson is the odds-on favourite but could face strong competition from the likes of Luke Littler