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Danny Rose the latest sportsperson to open up about battle with depression

An increasing number of athletes have spoken mental health issues.

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England footballer Danny Rose has revealed ahead of the World Cup in Russia that he was diagnosed with depression.

Here, Press Association Sport looks at other sportsmen and women who have suffered from mental health issues.

Kelly Holmes (Athletics)

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Dame Kelly Holmes suffered from depression ahead of her double Olympic triumph in 2004 (Adam Davy/PA)

Marcus Trescothick (Cricket)

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England batsman Marcus Trescothick was forced to leave an Ashes tour because of his mental health (Nick Potts/PA)

Serena Williams (Tennis)

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Serena Williams said her depression made her “miserable to be around” (Steve Paston/PA)

Ian Thorpe (Swimming)

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Australian swimmer Ian Thorpe said his illness led him to considering suicide (Phil Noble/PA)

John Kirwan (Rugby Union)

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Former All Blacks winger John Kirwan spoke about his depression in two books (Phil Walter/Empics)

Clarke Carlisle (Soccer)

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Former Premier League footballer Clarke Carlisle says depression took a firm hold on him (Anthony Devlin/PA)

Oscar De La Hoya (Boxing)

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Boxing great Oscar De La Hoya turned to drink and drugs to cope with his depression (John Walton/PA)
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