Tom Daley reveals he is in relationship with a man

Olympic diver Tom Daley has received widespread support  after revealing he is in a relationship with a man.

In a heartfelt video posted on Youtube, Daley, from Plymouth, said: "In spring this year my life changed massively when I met someone, and they make me feel so happy, so safe and everything just feels great.That someone is a guy."

Daley said: "It did take me by surprise a little bit. It was always in the back of my head that something like that could happen.

"But it wasn't until spring this year that something just clicked. It felt right and I thought 'Okay'.

He added: "Of course I still fancy girls but right now I'm dating a guy and I couldn't be happier."

Daley said his father Rob, who died of cancer aged 40 in 2011, always said to him: "As long as you are happy, I'm happy."

Daley continued "My mum has been so supportive as well. All of my friends and family that I've told have been so supportive, which has been great.

"My friends and family have supported me and I hope you guys can too.

"I still want to win an Olympic gold medal in Rio in 2016 for Britain.

"I'm still as motivated as ever to do that."

Responding to the broadcast, Edward Lord, chairman of the Amateur Swimming Association, tweeted: "We must support @TomDaley1994 in his decision to come out.

"He is very brave and as ASA Chairman I am proud of him."