Cyrille Tchatchet II’s ‘full circle’ Commonwealth Games win

During Tchatchet’s darkest times, he attempted to end his life.

Now, working as a mental health nurse in Oldbury, he wants his silver to be a reminder that it is possible to turn a life around.

“This medal means hope, perseverance and to never give up,” he said.

“I’m really looking forward to going back to work and showing this medal to my colleagues who have supported me throughout.

“My story wasn’t straightforward. Despite the hardships we go through, there’s always a possibility. We have to believe in ourselves and keep pushing,” he said.

Tchatchet, who now lives in Walsall, said the tough times were worth it.

“Being an athlete and being a nurse has been very difficult to manage.”

He added that “it does take a lot of sacrifices”, as he works from 08:00 to 18:00 and then trains for “about two-and-a-half hours” immediately after work.

“Coming in Glasgow back in 2014, as a teenager, I was full of dreams and uncertainty as well. So, going back to Glasgow, competing and actually winning a silver medal… I’m very, very proud and honoured to have been given this opportunity to represent England.”

“It took over a decade for me to win this medal,” he said, “very emotional times.”