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Ex-Oldfield teacher Helen Glover wins TV's Superstars

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Former Oldfield School PE teacher Helen Glover was crowned women's Superstars champion in an Olympic special revival of the show filmed in Bath. The 26-year-old gold medallist rower, who developer her skills in Bath, outclassed fellow London 2012 stars in running, swimming and gym tests. The men's title was won by boxer Anthony Joshua, with University of Bath-based silver medallist swimmer Michael Jamieson coming second. The BBC1 programme - with activities at the university, the Assembly Rooms, and Claverton - featured 16 sportsmen and women, including double gold medallist Mo Farah. They competed in teeming rain in disciplines that also included archery and cycling. Glover, who was given an MBE is yesterday's New Year's honours, tweeted: "Thank you for all of the lovely tweets! Perfect way to end the year, competing with some amazing people #superstarschamp."

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