A renowned British sports star "to reveal his HIV status" with the aim of raising public awareness

A top British sportsman should publicly announce that he is HIV-positive to tackle the stigma badociated with the disease.

The star of the sport, which would count millions of spectators, is about to make this announcement on social networks and intends to show how it is possible to lead a normal life while living with the disease.

They will participate in a sporting event next month and would be ready to reveal the news shortly before.

HIV can be treated with antiretroviral therapy, which means it's not life threatening as long as it's treated early enough.

A source close to the star told the Sun: "The star has thought a lot about this issue and plans to make this announcement on Twitter. It will be a sensation but they are prepared for it.

"It's brave, because attitudes in sport are not always the most enlightened, but it will bring a wave of support and praise."

The human immunodeficiency virus can be transmitted through badual contact or blood, and about 101,600 people have the disease in the UK.

Other top athletes who have suffered from the disease include Earvin "Magic" Johnson, an American baskey player, who announced his HIV status in 1991, and British skater John Curry, who died of a seizure. AIDS-related heart disease in 1994.

HIV can lead to the development of AIDS, but with treatment it can be avoided.

It is unclear exactly when the alleged announcement will be made, but it's probably something planned for quite some time.

More and more elite athletes have been speaking out about health in recent months. Danny Rose of Tottenham and former footballer Clarke Carlisle spoke openly about mental health and depression.

Athletes are thought to be among the most important influencers for young people.