Tuesday 24 October 2017 23:38, UK
Ian Wright has inspired a wealth of talent during his illustrious career, but who was his sporting icon?
Sky Sports' groundbreaking My Icon series coincides with Black History Month and has been showcasing talented Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic sportsmen and women on Sky Sports Mix and online every day in October.
Elite level BAME athletes past and present have shared their journeys with us. They have explained who their early mentors and inspirations were, discussed the barriers they have overcome and given their take on diversity and inclusivity within their respective sports.
After starting his career at Crystal Palace, Wright went on to have a glittering career at Arsenal, playing a key role in their famous league and cup double in 1998 and scoring over 200 goals for the club.
He has now gone on to become a popular pundit and speaking alongside former Premier League striker Darren Bent on 'The Debate', live on Sky Sports, he revealed his sporting icon.
Hit play on the video above to hear Ian Wright reveal his sporting icon
