Do we worship athletes too much? The past year has brought extraordinary performances in many different sports, complete with dramatic comebacks and thrilling breakthroughs.
Goals, gods and glory: 2023 in sport
Spectacular sportsman: Alfie Hewett won seven singles tournaments, including the US Open. Glossary
Heptathlon - An athletic event in which each competitor takes part in the same prescribed seven events.
Ryder Cup - A trophy competed for every other year by a team representing the US and one representing Europe.