It is believed that Olympic cycling star Victoria Pendleton has also been approached and has expressed interest in appearing.

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Sir Chris Hoy and Victoria Pendleton are among the six Olympic Champions in action for the GB team in Manchester.

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Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver, Olympic gold medal winning cyclist Victoria Pendleton and actresses Emilia Fox and Joanna Lumley were also seen admiring the displays.

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