Sayers wins funding appeal

Javelin thrower Goldie Sayers has been granted Lottery funding for the 2014 season after a successful appeal.

The British record holder was initially removed from the World Class Performance Programme following an injury-plagued year, but that decision has now been reversed.

The 31-year-old, who will receive podium level funding, the top level of support, said in a statement: "I'm delighted my appeal was successful. I was naturally disappointed not to be included first time around, but nonetheless I'm even more determined to make 2014 and beyond a success."

Sayers required surgery after suffering a recurrence of a serious elbow injury.

But she added: "I'm now back on the right path after surgery and back in full training after a successful period of rehab. I am now preparing for the Commonwealth Games and the European Championships next year."

British Athletics performance director Neil Black said: "Goldie is an excellent competitor and has applied herself brilliantly to her post-operative recovery from injury.

"British Athletics will provide her with the best treatment and support so she can get back throwing the world class distances we know she is capable of."