Gymnastics win for Whelan

Hannah Whelan successfully defended her senior all-around title at the Women's British Championships.

Liverpool gymnast successfully defends British title in front of home crowd

Hannah Whelan successfully defended her senior all-around title at the Women's British Championships in Liverpool on Saturday. Impressive scores of 14.750 on the beam and 14.600 on the floor helped clinch gold for Whelan, who finished with an overall score of 56.350 in front of her hometown crowd. She was three marks ahead of the field, with Danusia Francis (53.150) second and Jenny Pinches (52.850) completing the podium. "The atmosphere was really great in the arena and everybody was cheering each other on," Whelan said. "To be crowned British Champion again is a huge honour for me, especially in Liverpool with such great support." Rebecca Tunney, another City of Liverpool gymnast, claimed the junior title ahead of Gabrielle Jupp and Abi Caig.