For crying out loud, Chris. You might well be a decorated Olympian, but you’re absolutely lousy when it comes to discretely checking your phone.
Chris Hoy bagged six Olympic golds in his time, but having retired three years ago, he’s been working with the BBC this summer as part of their coverage of the Rio Games.
He’s done a grand job, too. Many viewers have praised him for his insight and professionalism.
Really enjoying listening to Sir Chris Hoy and his brilliant analysis of the #Olympics #cycling #Rio2016
— Stephen_D (@stephenjd47) August 13, 2016
Sir Chris Hoy has had a terrific Olympics. He's a brilliant summariser – clear, direct and a great explainer. #Rio2016
— Martin Calladine (@uglygame) August 13, 2016
But during the Beeb’s coverage of the action in the velodrome on Saturday night, Sir Chris let his high standards slip a bit, getting busted checking his phone twice.
On the second occasion, viewers particularly enjoyed his reaction.
After quickly realising that he was on live television (thanks to a nudge from Clare Balding), he swiftly hides the phone under a piece of paper on the table in front of him – grinning like a kid that had just been caught on their phone by a teacher…
Phone away, Chris. You're working . pic.twitter.com/zyYxq3KcXe
— Si Lloyd (@SmnLlyd5) August 13, 2016
Was he sending a text? Was he searching for Pokemon? We don’t know. But judging by the fact he sent the following tweet moments later, our money’s on the fact that he was simply scrolling through Twitter.
Right, that's two strikes tonight. Another and the phone is confiscated.. 😂
— Sir Chris Hoy (@chrishoy) August 13, 2016
Good to see him acknowledge it.
