Sid Waddell

Tributes to Sid Waddell

Famous figures in sport and television pay tribute to the late darts commentator Sid Waddell, from Alnwick, who died at the weekend.

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Sporting world remembers Sid Waddell

darts commentator Sid Waddell
Darts commentator Sid Waddell Credit: ITV Tyne Tees

The world of darts will remember commentator Sid Waddell today as his friends and family gather for his funeral.

Northumberland born Waddell died earlier this month from bowel cancer. He was 72.

He was one of the most recognisable figures in the sport, famed for his unique one-liners.

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North east darts commentator dies

Sid Waddell
Sid Waddell being interviewed by ITV Tyne Tees Credit: ITV Tyne Tees

The Northumberland born darts commentator Sid Waddell has died. He was 72 and had been suffering from cancer.

The former Deputy Prime Minister Lord Prescott paid tribute, tweeting: 'Farewell to Sid Waddell - a man who did so much for darts and voiced so many memorable moments.'

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