The Sports Personality of the Year is decided by our hearts, not our heads, says Simon Barnes

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Gabby Logan has worked in live sports broadcasting for nearly 30 years and is riding high having recently bagged a permanent presenting role on Match Of The Day. Now she’s gearing up for her 13th stin

From dazzling golds to a new dressage star and a father-and-son racing combo, here are the images that sum up the year