Category Archives: Obituary

Bill McLaren Dies

One of the great TV commentators. For anyone growing up in the 70s a chance to remember one of the greats of our childhood. I always get stuck on his calling of the name Tomes for some reason. The Best.

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The 20 Minutes I Knew Jamie Kyne

There were four of us who had made the trek across London to Great Leighs racecourse at the old Essex Showgrounds. The middle of nowhere as I felt after giving the taxi driver a 20 and more to get from … Continue reading

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Vincent O’Brien The Greatest

In these devalued times the death of Vincent O’Brien is a reminder of what a true great and greatness is. It is easy to forget in the world where someone can throw out junk like “Aston Villa legend Tony Morley” … Continue reading

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