Jessica Ennis proud of BBC Sports Personality of the Year award nomination

Jessica Ennis has said that it was "a dream come true" for her to finish in the top three in the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award.

The 26-year-old Olympic heptathlon champion finished second to Bradley Wiggins in the race for the prestigious award.

"It was incredible," she told the BBC. "Very nerve-wracking being nominated but it was an amazing show. It did feel like the summer spirit was back again.

"To celebrate with a huge crowd, you feel that enthusiasm. When I started athletics not for one minute did I think I would be part of such an amazing year and having achieved what I have.

"It was a dream come true. You definitely need luck on your side and fortunately happened. It has been an incredible."

Andy Murray came third in the poll.