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      Eddie Colquhoun dead at 78: Tributes paid to one of Sheffield United’s greatest captains after passing

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      SHEFFIELD UNITED icon Eddie Colquhoun has passed away aged 78.Tributes have been paid to the former defender who is regarded as one of the Blades’ best-ever captains.
      Eddie Colquhoun, left, helped Sheffield United win promotion to the top flight in 1971Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Tributes have been made to the legendary captainCredit: Getty
      Colquhoun joined Sheffield United in 1968 and was immediately made captain.
      And his hard tackling, no-nonsense style of defending made him an instant fan favourite at Bramall Lane.
      The Scot went on to make 416 appearances for the Blades before leaving for Detroit Express in 1978.
      Colquhoun captained Sheffield United to promotion to the First Division in 1971, with fans popularising a song containing his name.

      The tune goes: “We ain’t got a barrel of money, But we’ve got Woodward and Currie, And with Eddie Colquhoun, Promotion is soon, United.”
      The centre-back also won 11 caps for Scotland between 1968-73 and also played for Bury, West Brom and the Washington Diplomats.
      Tributes have poured in for Colquhoun who will be fondly remembered as one of Sheffield United’s greatest captains.
      The club honoured him, writing in a statement: “Eddie was a true gentleman. He loved his career and adored his Blades, and it was no surprise that after his American adventures, he returned to the area and stayed, working in a number of roles until his retirement.
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      “He was carved out of Scottish granite both on the outside and on the field of play with the heart of the lion displayed on his country’s coat of arms, but his warmth on the inside and generosity to friends and fellow Blades was and is legendary.
      “The club will miss him hugely, and his loss leaves another colossal hole in our family and, of course in his own, and our love and thoughts go to Fiona, Heather and all of them at this saddest of times.”
      One fan wrote: “Very sad news. Only Tony Currie left from the Barrel of Money song.”
      Another added: “Too young to see him play but is obviously one of the Blades legends. RIP Eddie.”
      A third said: “To have fans sing your name all these years later is some achievement. Rest in peace Eddie.”
      Another remarked: “RIP to an icon of my childhood. Legend is overused, but not in this case. Lives on in song, and ‘Barrel of Money’ will be roared out with more passion than ever on Tuesday.” More

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      Olympian Sarah Lavin in emotional tribute to ‘best friend’ and ‘true love’ Craig Breen following tragic death from crash

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      SARAH LAVIN has paid an emotional tribute to her ‘best friend’ and ‘true love’ Craig Breen following his tragic death.The Irish rally driving star passed away following a testing accident on Thursday, colliding with a pole ahead of the Croatia Rally.
      Craig Breen tragically died following a crash during testing on ThursdayCredit: AP
      Sarah Lavin has paid an emotional tribute to her ‘best friend’ and ‘true love’ Craig Breen following his tragic death.
      Treasured son of Jackie and Ray, the 33-year-old will be sadly missed by his heartbroken sister Kellie, brother-in-law Darragh, godson Bobbie, and his extended family and friends.
      There is Sarah Lavin, who shared a heartbroken tribute to the Waterford-native on social media.
      The 2020 Olympian said: “My best friend, I will miss you forever Craig. Thank you for showing me true love.
      “You were so much more than a driver to so many people. I will love you always, sweet dreams sweetheart ❤️”

      The comments were full of well-wishes to the Limerick athlete during this unbearable time.
      Fellow Olympian Kellie Harrington said: “Thinking of you 💕 rest well Craig 💙” while Thomas Barr and Phil Healy commented: “❤️❤️❤️”
      Team Ireland said: “We are so sorry for your loss Sarah. We’re all thinking of you 💚”
      Hockey World Cup finalist and Olympian Roisin Upton offered: “So sorry Sarah. Sending love 💔🤍”
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      Police and Breen’s team, Hyundai Motorsport, have confirmed they are both investigating the incident.
      The authorities have confirmed the accident occurred at 12.40pm local time.
      A Hyundai statement read: “Hyundai Motorsport is deeply saddened to confirm that driver Craig Breen today lost his life following an accident during the pre-event test for Croatia Rally.
      “Co-driver James Fulton was unharmed in the incident that occurred just after midday local time.
      “Hyundai Motorsport sends its sincerest condolences to Craig’s family, friends and his many fans.
      “Hyundai Motorsport will make no further comment at this time.”
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      Hyundai teammate Dani Sordo has now paid tribute to Breen after revealing his emotional devastation.
      Sordo posted on social media: “Someone wake me up from this nightmare.
      “I can’t believe the call from a few hours ago, saying you’re leaving us forever.
      “I’m in Germany tomorrow to tune up your Croatia car. It’s not possible.
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      “Rest in peace Craig, friend. You are loved very much and you know it.
      “Good luck to family and friends.” More

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      Craig Breen’s heartbroken team-mate begs ‘someone wake me from this nightmare’ after rally car driver’s tragic death

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      CRAIG BREEN’S teammate admits he’s been left heartbroken by the rally driver’s death, saying: “Someone wake me from this nightmare.”Breen tragically passed away on Thursday at the age of 33 following a fatal crash.
      Craig Breen’s teammate has paid tribute to the tragic late rally driverCredit: AP
      Dani Sordo admits he’s been living in a ‘nightmare’ since the newsCredit: Getty
      The Irish racer collided with a pole while testing his car ahead of next week’s Croatia Rally.
      And Hyundai teammate Dani Sordo has now paid tribute to Breen after revealing his emotional devastation.
      Sordo posted on social media: “Someone wake me up from this nightmare.
      “I can’t believe the call from a few hours ago, saying you’re leaving us forever.
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      “I’m in Germany tomorrow to tune up your Croatia car. It’s not possible.
      “Rest in peace Craig, friend. You are loved very much and you know it.
      “Good luck to family and friends.”
      The news of Breen’s tragic death shocked the motoring world earlier today.
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      A statement from Hyundai read: “Hyundai Motorsport is deeply saddened to confirm that driver Craig Breen today lost his life following an accident during the pre-event test for Croatia Rally.
      “Co-driver James Fulton was unharmed in the incident that occurred just after midday local time.
      “Hyundai Motorsport sends its sincerest condolences to Craig’s family, friends and his many fans.
      “Hyundai Motorsport will make no further comment at this time.”
      FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem added: “On behalf of the FIA, I extend sincere condolences to the family & friends of Craig Breen following his passing during a private testing accident.
      “Our thoughts & prayers are with his loved ones & the Rally community at this difficult time.” More

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      Craig Breen’s heartbreaking final post before tragic death after rally driver was killed in horror crash

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      WE CAN reveal the heartbreaking final post made by Craig Breen before the rally driver was tragically killed.The star passed away at the age of 33 following a fatal crash.
      Craig Breen has tragically died after a crash aged just 33Credit: Getty
      The Irish racer collided with a pole between Stari Golubovac and Lobora while testing the Hyundai i20 N Rally1 ahead of the Croatia Rally next week.
      Co-driver James Fulton came away unscathed, but it has now been confirmed that Breen sadly died.
      Just three days ago, the motorsport ace posted a snap of himself smiling on Instagram along with the caption: “When someone tells you we’re back in the Rally1 car again this week..
      “Can’t wait to get my first taste of the @hmsgofficial i20 N Rally1 Hybrid on Tarmac!”
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      Police and Breen’s team, Hyundai Motorsport, have confirmed they are both investigating the incident.
      The authorities have confirmed the accident occurred at 12.40pm local time.
      A Hyundai statement read: “Hyundai Motorsport is deeply saddened to confirm that driver Craig Breen today lost his life following an accident during the pre-event test for Croatia Rally.
      “Co-driver James Fulton was unharmed in the incident that occurred just after midday local time.
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      “Hyundai Motorsport sends its sincerest condolences to Craig’s family, friends and his many fans.
      “Hyundai Motorsport will make no further comment at this time.”
      Tributes for Breen have poured in on social media from the likes of FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem.
      He said: “On behalf of the FIA, I extend sincere condolences to the family & friends of Craig Breen following his passing during a private testing accident.
      “Our thoughts & prayers are with his loved ones & the Rally community at this difficult time.” More

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      Craig Breen dead at 33: Rally driver killed in horror testing crash as tributes pour in

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      RALLY DRIVER Craig Breen has tragically passed away at the age of 33 following a fatal crash.The Irish racer collided with a pole between Stari Golubovac and Lobora while testing the Hyundai i20 N Rally1 ahead of the Croatia Rally next week.
      Craig Breen has passed away after a horror crashCredit: Getty
      Breen was doing a test drive ahead of next week’s Croatia RallyCredit: Getty
      Co-driver James Fulton came away unscathed, but it has now been confirmed that Breen sadly died.
      The police and Breen’s team, Hyundai Motorsport, are both investigating the incident.
      The authorities have confirmed the accident occurred at 12.40pm local time.
      A Hyundai statement read: “Hyundai Motorsport is deeply saddened to confirm that driver Craig Breen today lost his life following an accident during the pre-event test for Croatia Rally.
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      “Co-driver James Fulton was unharmed in the incident that occurred just after midday local time.
      “Hyundai Motorsport sends its sincerest condolences to Craig’s family, friends and his many fans.
      “Hyundai Motorsport will make no further comment at this time.”
      Tributes for Breen have poured in on social media from the likes of FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem.
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      He said: “On behalf of the FIA, I extend sincere condolences to the family & friends of Craig Breen following his passing during a private testing accident.
      “Our thoughts & prayers are with his loved ones & the Rally community at this difficult time.”
      And the World Rally Championship added: “The WRC family is shocked and saddened to learn of Craig Breen’s passing.
      “Our thoughts and condolences are with the family and friends of Craig at this incredibly sad time.”
      One fan responded: “I’m absolutely devastated that we’ve lost Craig Breen so soon. One of the nicest guys you could meet. This sport is so cruel.
      “I thought I’d share one of the funniest interviews Craig gave at stage end, showing his great sense of humour. Rest in peace, legend.”
      And another replied: “I’m lost for words… such a sad day. RIP Craig Breen.” More

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      Floyd Mayweather’s beloved assistant dies aged 47 as family pay tribute

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      BOXING legend Floyd Mayweather’s long-time assistant has passed away suddenly.Marikit “Kitchie” Laurico died at age 47 after a relationship with boxing legend Mayweather for decades.
      Marikit was only 47 when she passed awayCredit: Twitter
      The long time family friend and assistant died suddenly after holidayCredit: Instagram
      The boxer’s family has expressed their grief over her deathCredit: PA
      Some reports claim she was feeling ill after a recent trip to Dubai, but recent posts seem to indicate she was on the mend.
      The cause of her death has not been confirmed, though some reports claim it was a heart attack.
      Mayweather’s daughter posted a tribute to the late Marikit, saying: “This doesn’t feel real… my heart is so heavy. You were more than just my dad’s assistant you were family.
      “You were the definition of someone with a good heart, you always lifted people up and made them feel good about themselves.

      “There’s no one like you will truly be missed, love you forever.”
      Last month, Conor McGregor announced he wanted a rematch with Mayweather in the MMA.
      McGregor put his UFC career on hold in 2017 to cross over to the boxing world for a money-spinning bout with the American legend.
      During their heated press tour, Mayweather boldly stated he would return the favour for a rematch in the cage.
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      So far, the promise has not been kept after McGregor was beaten in ten rounds in the ring.
      Now, approaching six years on, the Irishman, 34, wants another shot at Mayweather, 46.
      McGregor said on Fox News: “That was the original, it was a verbal agreement, I box him, he fights me. But he didn’t honour it.
      She told a friend she wasn’t feeling well a few days before her deathCredit: Instagram
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      Who was boxer Ken Buchanan and what was his record?

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      SCOTTISH boxing legend Ken Buchanan is one of the greatest boxers the UK has had the pleasure to produce.The man dubbed the “fighting carpenter” became the undisputed lightweight world champion in 1971.
      Buchanan took the boxing world by storm and was much-loved in his native ScotlandCredit: Getty
      Who was Ken Buchanan?
      He was born in Edinburgh, Scotland on June 28, 1945.
      Even before turning pro, Buchanan showed he really had something special as he won amateur titles.
      The proud Scotsman worked hard as a fighter and finally got his chance to turn professional.
      It took some time before he had the opportunity to fight in his native Scotland.
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      Once becoming a pro boxer, he had some 16 fights before getting that chance, defeating John McMillan on points in a gruelling bout.
      What was Ken Buchanan’s cause of death?
      Ken Buchanan had been battling with dementia.
      It was announced that he had passed away in his sleep.
      His family and friends will take some solace in the news that the former world champion passed away peacefully.
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      What was Ken Buchanan’s boxing record?
      After turning pro in 1965, Buchanan had to earn his stripes, facing a number of relatively low-key opponents to get his chance.
      It took 23 bouts before he got his chance to face Maurice Cullen for the British lightweight title in London in 1968.
      Having won the title, he worked hard to keep making his way up the rankings and it was not all plain sailing as he lost an epic 15-round encounter with Miguel Velasquez for the European title.
      Buchanan continued working hard and eventually got his first world title fight some five years after turning pro.
      Upsetting the odds, he won the WBA lightweight title but could not defend it in the UK due to an ongoing feud between the BBBC and the WBA.
      In 1971, Buchanan defeated Rubén Navarro to defend his crown and was awarded the vacant WBC championship, making him the undisputed lightweight champion of the world, the first ever Scotsman to hold that record.
      He won his first 33 professional fights and ended his career with a record of 61 wins and 9 losses with 27 victories coming by knockout.
      Buchanan was awarded an MBE in in 1972 and was inducted into both the International Boxing Hall of Fame and the Scottish Sport Hall of Fame.
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      As the tributes flood in for the former world champion, one thing is for sure, the sport of boxing has lost a true legend. More

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      Ken Buchanan dead at 77: Former undisputed lightweight world champion passes away as boxing world mourns

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      BOXING hero Ken Buchanan has died aged 77.Tributes have poured in for the former undisputed lightweight world champion.
      Boxing legend Ken Buchanan has diedCredit: PA
      Tributes for the legend have poured inCredit: Kenny Ramsay
      Buchanan, nicknamed the Fighting Carpenter, is widely regarded as one of the greatest Scottish fighters of all-time.
      He retired in 1982 with a 61-9 record, having knocked out 27 of his opponents.
      Fans have been left devastated by the news, with one simply posting: “R.I.P Champ.”
      Another reacted: “Sad news, gotta be one of the best British fighters of all-time.”
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      A third commented: “May he rest in peace. Great fighter and great man.”
      Light-welterweight champion Josh Taylor tweeted: “I’m saddened to hear the news of the passing of my hero and Scotland’s greatest ever champ, whom I take such inspiration from.”
      Buchanan dominated his field in the 1970s, winning the WBC and Ring titles at the beginning of the decade when he secured victory over Ismael Laguna.
      The Scottish hero retained his title twice against Ruben Navarro before beating Laguna again that year in their second meeting.
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      In the end, he lost his bout against Roberto Duran at Madison Square Garden, New York, in 1972 and the Panamanian took the belts.
      The Edinburgh-born legend had a second shot at winning the WBC lightweight title in 1975, but he was defeated by Guts Ishimatsu.
      Buchanan also claimed his European lightweight title when he beat Antonio Puddu in 1974.
      He went on to retain the belt twice, beating Leonard Tavarez later that year and then Giancarlo Usai in 1975.
      Buchanan was European champion for five years before losing it to Charlie Nash in 1979. More