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      Who is Gordon McQueen’s wife Yvonne?

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      GORDON MCQUEEN passed away in June 2023 at the age of 70, leaving behind his wife and children.The Manchester United and Leeds United star, born in Scotland, shared his life with wife Yvonne before he passed away following a battle with dementia.
      Yvonne McQueen pictured with her late husband Gordon McQueen and their childrenCredit: Instagram
      Who is Gordon McQueen’s wife Yvonne?
      Football legend Gordon McQueen was married to wife Yvonne, who supported him through his vascular dementia, for most of his life but she largely stays out of the spotlight.
      Since Gordon’s time coaching Middlesborough, the couple had lived in the village of Hutton Rudby, North Yorkshire.
      Following news of Gordon’s death, his family did speak to out to release a public statement.
      The statement read: “We hope that as-well as creating many great football memories he’ll be remembered most for his character. Our house was always full of friends, family and football, just as it was in his last few months as he fought so bravely in what became a very cruel battle against dementia.
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      “The disease may have taken him too soon, but he definitely lived life to the full, the ultimate entertainer, the absolute heart and soul of every occasion, the most fun dad anyone could wish for.”
      The family also expressed a “huge thanks” to the “wonderful staff” at Herriot Hospice Homecare for their care, as well as the “utterly incredible” Marie Curie team who had supported Gordon, Yvonne and their children.
      When did Gordon and Yvonne McQueen get married?
      The exact date of Gordon and Yvonne’s wedding is not known but the couple welcomed their first daughter, Hayley, in 1979.
      Did Gordon and Yvonne McQueen have any children?
      Gordon and Yvonne had a son, Eddie, and two daughters, Hayley and Anna, together.
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      They also shared three grandchildren; Rudi, Etta and Ayla.
      One of their daughters, Hayley, is a presenter on Sky Sports.
      Following her dad’s death, Hayley released an emotional statement where she revealed that McQueen had been bedridden for the months leading up to his passing.
      She also said her father had received visits from former team-mates, who he still recognised despite his condition.
      Posting on Instagram, Hayley said: “Beyond heartbroken to announce we have lost our wonderful dad, I thought when the day came I’d be prepared and feel a sense of relief that he is no longer trying to battle this awful disease but I just feel numb.
      “I’m hoping we can now remember him for the man he was and not the man he became this last few years. We thought we were losing him when home palliative care came to look after him back in December, we were distraught but being the big strong man that he is, battled on for many months.
      “Whilst it’s been unimaginably sad and at times unbearable for my mum who has cared for him at home we’ve had precious time with him whilst this cruel disease and all that comes with it completely took over, he certainly put up a fight. One comfort was he knew all his friends and family right till the end but to watch someone slowly die I wouldn’t wish on anyone.
      “I now want to remember my Dad for the man he was, the ultimate entertainer, the life and soul of every occasion, the greatest storyteller who certainly lived life to the full, he made sure everything was one big adventure and full of so much fun for me Anna and Eddie.
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      “His career gave me one too and I will be forever grateful for him passing on so much of who is and what he loved. Life really won’t be the same without him but he is now at peace.
      She also thanked Sky Sports, saying they had been “incredible throughout” the sad time. More

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      Who was football legend Gordon McQueen?

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      FOOTBALLING legend Gordon McQueen has tragically passed away on Thursday, 15 June.The Scottish icon died at the age of 70, unfortunately leaving behind his wife, son and two daughters.
      Gordon McQueen was a footballing legendCredit: Alamy
      And SunSport will be taking a look into his life.
      Who was football legend Gordon McQueen?
      Born June 26, 1952, Gordon McQueen was raised in Kilbirnie, Scotland.
      McQueen was a goalkeeper as a schoolboy but went on to switch to centre-back.
      The footballing icon was signed by St Mirren at the age of 18 before Leeds offered them £30,000 in 1972 to secure his services.
      And McQueen went on to win the League Championship with Leeds a year later – having an instrumental role in that winning side.
      However, in 1978, Gordon made the shocking switch to Manchester United where he would win the FA Cup with the Red Devils 1983 after beating Brighton.
      But his proudest came at the end of the 1973 season when McQueen was called up to the Scotland squad.
      He gained 30 caps for the Scots, scoring five goals in that time.
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      What did Gordon McQueen do after retiring?
      Gordon McQueen made the transition from player to coach and his first objective was to manage his old club St Mirren.
      However, McQueen opted to join former team-mate Bryan Robson who was appointed the manager of Middlesborough.
      The footballing icon held this position for five years before making the jump to first-team coach.
      But McQueen only spent two years in charge before leaving Teeside in June 2001.
      And he then went on to join Sky Sports as a pundit. More

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      Gints Freimanis dead at 38: Ex-Latvia international dies of cancer as tributes for ‘relentless fighter’ pour in

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      FORMER Latvia star Gints Freimanis has passed away from cancer aged 38.The former right-back died after being diagnosed with skin cancer in October 2021.
      Ex-Latvia international Gints Freimanis has sadly died at 38 after a battle with cancerCredit: Getty
      Freimanis was told he had stage four cancer before undergoing an operation.
      But in January doctors informed him the cancer had spread to his brain.
      Freimanis was still playing professional football at the time before making the decision to retire.
      He said: “Unfortunately, during routine examinations on January 17, metastases in my head were discovered. 
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      “I need your help to continue the treatment. May God have mercy!”
      Freimanis spent almost his entire career playing in Latvia, and most recently starred for Saldus.
      He made one appearance for Irish side St Pat’s in 2009 and also had a brief spell in Germany.
      But Freimanis did clock up 13 appearances for Latvia, scoring one goal.
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      Tributes have now poured in, with the Latvia FA leading the way.
      A statement read: “Gints Freimanis will always be remembered by fans as a relentless fighter on the field who was ready for anything for his team.’
      “At this sad moment, the LFF expresses its deepest condolences to Gint’s family, relatives, friends, colleagues and the entire Latvian football community.”
      Another tribute read: “Thoughts go out to his loved ones and friends.”
      One said: “He has been a great warrior, brave and a hero of European soccer.
      “It has been a tireless work, you were a good sportsman, may he rest in peace, condolences to the family.”
      Another added: “Gints Freimanis will always remain in the memory of the fans as an unyielding fighter on the field, who did not cross the path of any opponent and was ready for anything for the sake of his team.
      “A real working man with high principles of life and radiant goodness.” More

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      Who was motorbike racer Raul Torras Martinez and how did he die?

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      MOTORBIKE racer Raul Torras Martinez was killed in the first Supertwin race of 2023.The race has now claimed the lives of 267 people, including passengers and spectators.
      Raul Torras Martinez is the fastest ever Spaniard to lap the Supertwin TT courseCredit: Facebook
      Who was motorbike racer Raul Torras Martinez?
      Raul Torras Martinez was from Sant Hilari Sacalm in Spain.
      He was an experienced motorsport athlete, having competed in 21 races since his debut in 2017.
      Supertwin Race organisers said: “Raul was an experienced TT competitor who made his debut in 2017, with a best result of 15th in last year’s Supertwin Race.”
      At the Supertwin Race on June 6, 2023, the racer recorded his fastest ever lap of the TT course at an average speed of 125.470mph.
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      Organisers said: “Raul was the fastest Spaniard ever to have lapped the TT course.”
      Mr Martinez had earned a total of 18 bronze replica trophies throughout his appearances at the races.
      When asked what his ambitions in road racing were, Mr Martinez said: “To have fun with the bike, and to be able to fight for a top-20 finish at the TT in a 1000cc class.”
      What happened to Raul Torras Martinez?
      Martinez was competing in the first Supertwin Race of the 2023 Isle of Man TT Races.
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      The TT takes place over two weeks, bringing motorcycle road racers from all around the world.
      On his final lap of the three-lap race, Martinez had an accident at the Alpine between the 16th and 17th mile markers.
      How did Raul Torras Martinez die?
      He was riding for the Optimark Racing Team when he tragically lost his life.
      Martinez fell off his bike in a horrifying crash on his final lap of the first Supertwin Race.
      His death is the first fatality at the 2023 event.
      The TT races have been running since 1907 and even rank as one of the most dangerous in motorsport.
      TT boss Gary Thompson told Sky News that riders accept the risks of the course and that more is being done to improve the safety of the course.
      He said in May 2023: “We try to manage risk much better than was done in the past.”
      Was Raul Torras Martinez married and did he have any children?
      Not much is known about Martinez’s life outside of his motorsport racing.
      However, the organisers have released a statement sending their condolences to his family and friends.

      They paid tribute to the “experienced TT competitor”, and said: “The Isle of Man TT Races pass on their deepest sympathy to Raul’s family, friends, and loved ones.” More

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      Charlotte Duffy dead aged 37: Model and ex-Crystal Palace cheerleader passes away as she loses brave cancer battle

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      CRYSTAL PALACE are mourning the loss of cheerleader Charlotte Duffy, who died at the age of 37 following a brave battle with cancer.Duffy was one of the original Crystals who also made a name for herself as a model.
      Crystal Palace cheerleader Charlotte Duffy died at the age of 37Credit: TWITTER – Crystals_CPFC
      The Crystal Girls confirmed the sad news on social media where they also issued a picture of her in full uniform at Selhurst Park.
      The Crystals stated she was “beautiful inside and out” and will be missed by the entire Palace family.
      The Crystal Girls tweeted: “RIP Charlotte Duffy, one of the original Crystals who sadly lost her battle with cancer.
      “She was beautiful inside and out and will be missed by us all! Sending our love to her family.”
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      The club followed it up with a tweet of their own sending condolences to Duffy’s loved ones.
      Crystal Palace tweeted: “Everyone at the club sends their deepest condolences to Charlotte’s friends, family and loved ones.”
      All sorts of football fans then flooded social media paying tribute to Duffy and reaching out to her family as well as friends.
      One fan posted: “This is so sad my heart and soul go out to Charlotte and her friends and family. Big part of Palace family, far too young RIP Charlotte.”
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      Another commented: “Absolutely heartbreaking and my thoughts are with her family and friends.”
      A third tweeted: “We are so sorry to hear this awful news. Forever part of the #PalaceFamily.”
      This fan wrote: “How very sad, far too young and so difficult for her family and friends. RIP Charlotte.”
      And that one said: “Very sad to read. Met all the Crystals at a charity do years and years ago. Thoughts with friends and family.” More

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      Emotional Guy Mowbray says ‘it’ll never not seem strange not having you by my side’ after BBC staff member’s death

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      COMMENTATOR Guy Mowbray emotionally lead the tributes after BBC staff member Mat Wayne passed away. Wayne had over 25 years of TV experience and worked as a floor manager for the broadcasters.
      BBC commentator Guy Mowbray led tributes to friend Mat WayneCredit: PA
      The BBC paying tribute to staff member Mat Wayne
      He worked on the Olympic Games, World Cups, Six Nations and more.
      His sad death was revealed during the BBC’s coverage of the FA Cup final between Manchester City and United.
      Lineker said: “Before we hand back to the second half, everyone at BBC Sport would like to pay tribute to our much-loved friend and colleague Mat Wayne, who sadly passed away this week. 
      “Mat was a real force of nature, a true professional and someone you always enjoyed spending time with. 
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      “We’ll all miss him terribly and send our condolences to his family and his friends, to which he had many.” 
      And Mowbray added: “It will never not seem strange to me not having Mat by my side during commentary. 
      “All our thoughts are there with Sarah, Oscar and Anna.” 
      After the match, an emotional Mowbray tweeted: “I missed my mate today. I will everyday.”
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      City won the game 2-1 thanks to a double from Ilkay Gundogan.
      He said after the win: “To win a final is always special. Every trophy is special. This group deserves it.
      “We played really well, second half was amazing and we deserved to lift another trophy.
      “Obviously we know how we want to play the kick off and we aim to do that, to go long for Erling and try to get a second ball.
      “It just placed amazingly for me and I just had to hit it. Obviously it was a quite good strike.”
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      Shaun Pickering dead at 61: Brit Olympian and son of BBC commentator dies as Greg Rutherford leads tributes

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      WELSH Olympian Shaun Pickering has died at the age of 61. Pickering was a shot put bronze medallist for Wales during the 1998 Commonwealth Games in Kuala Lumpur.
      Shaun Pickering has passed away aged 61Credit: Kenny Ramsay – The Sun Glasgow
      Pickering won bronze at the 1998 Commonwealth GamesCredit: Allsport
      He was also an Olympian at the 1996 Atlanta games, where he finished 27th.
      Pickering’s best shot of 20.45 metres in 1997 still stands as a Welsh record and places him as sixth best in the across the UK.
      He also held the Welsh record for hammer throw, with a best distance of 68.84m
      Pickering later became UK Athletic’s national event coach for heavy throws.
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      He was the son of the late BBC commentator Ron Pickering and former British Olympian Jean.
      Team GB long jump gold medallist Greg Rutherford led the tributes online.
      Taking to Instagram, Rutherford said: “Incredibly sad news to wake up to.
      “Shaun was a really good man and a pillar of the athletics community.
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      “He will be deeply missed.”
      In tribute, Welsh Athletics said: “Everyone at Welsh Athletics is sad to hear the news that ‘Hall of Fame’ inductee, multiple Welsh Champion and record holder Shaun Pickering has passed away.
      “Our thoughts are with Shaun’s friends and family at this sad time.”
      The Ron Pickering memorial fund, a charity aimed at helping aspiring British athletes which Pickering helped to build following his retirement, also paid a heartfelt tribute.
      They said: “It is with deep sadness that we learned of the passing today of our beloved Shaun Pickering.
      “Shaun did so much for athletics and to carry on the amazing legacy of his parents Ron and Jean.
      “All our hearts go out to Shaun’s family and friends at this dreadfully sad time 💔.”
      British Athletics also added: ” Everyone at @BritAthletics is so saddened to hear this news today.
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      “Shaun loved the sport passionately and cared deeply for athletes and his many friends across the sport.
      “His work to continue the success of @RunforRon Fund supported so many athletes. RIP Shaun 🖤.” More

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      Antonio Carbajal dead at 93: Mexico legend who became first footballer to play in FIVE World Cups passes away

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      WORLD CUP legend Antonio Carbajal has died aged 93.The 48-cap Mexico goalkeeper was the first player to feature in five tournaments, having appeared at all of them from Brazil 1950 to England 1966.
      Antonio Carbajal was a record-breaking Mexican goalkeeperCredit: Getty
      Antonio Carbajal (right) is viewed as a legend in MexicoCredit: Reuters
      The goalkeeper held the record for 32 years before Germany hero Lothar Matthaus equalled the feat in 1998.
      In total, five players have now matched his achievement after the 2022 event in Qatar.
      Lionel Messi, Andres Guardado, Cristiano Ronaldo and Rafael Marquez have all played at five World Cups.
      Most of Carbajal’s 18-year playing career was spent at Club Leon in his homeland, where he made 364 appearances, and who he later led to great success as manager in the 1970s.
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      The club are set to open their stadium to supporters so they can pay their respects to the man nicknamed La Tota and El Ciinco Copas – meaning “the whole” and “Five Cups” – due to his longevity.
      Club Leon said in a statement: “Don Antonio, legends never die.
      “We will always follow your hand. It is an honour to be your team.
      “With honour, respect and love, let’s say our last goodbye to the emerald legend.”
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      Fifa president Gianni Infantino added: “It was with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Antonio Carbajal, the first player to star in five Fifa World Cups.
      “I send our most sincere condolences to his family and to all the Mexican fans who mourn his loss.”
      Fans also wrote touching tributes, one said: “Proper history maker, a name that I absorbed as a kid when starting to become obsessed with the World Cup and its history. RIP.” More