London 2012 Olympian Rebecca Tunney calls time on elite gymnastics career

Tunney, 20, has opted to retire from the sport after a career which saw her twice crowned senior British all-around champion in 2012 and 2014 and help the team to European silver in 2014.

She was also famously the youngest member of Team GB at London 2012 and won team and vault gold as well as floor bronze at the 2011 Commonwealth Youth Games.

The City of Liverpool gymnast is now shifting her focus to her university studies – although she plans to move into gymnastics coaching in the future.

"I've enjoyed some incredible moments as a Great Britain and City of Liverpool gymnast," she said.

"It's a huge honour to have represented my country at the sport I love, especially at the London 2012 Olympic Games which were so memorable for so many reasons.

"Competing for my club at British Championships in Liverpool and winning European Championship silver also stand out for me.

"I want to thank all the people who have supported me, my coach Claire and her family, my family and all the support team at British Gymnastics.

"I hope to go into coaching in the future and will definitely stay in contact with all my amazing teammates who have been like an extended family. Finally, I want to say a huge thank you to all the incredible gymnastics fans who have supported me throughout my career – you've been amazing!"