Legendary Snooker Champion Terry Griffiths has passed away at 77 after a long battle with dementia. He won the World Championship in 1979, Masters in 1980, and UK Championship in 1982, completing snooker’s ‘Triple Crown’. The news has been met with sadness and tributes from the snooker community.
Obituary for Terry Griffiths
Career Highlights
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Won the World Championship in 1979 as a qualifier, beating Dennis Taylor 24-16 in the final.
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Also won the Masters in 1980 and the UK Championship in 1982 to complete snooker’s ‘Triple Crown’.
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Reached a career-high third in the world rankings.
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Made an OBE (Order of the British Empire) in 2007 for his services to the sport.
Tributes from Fellow Snooker Players
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Mark Williams, three-time world champion and fellow Welshman, described Griffiths as “a mentor, coach, friend, legend”.
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Mark Allen added: “What a legend of a man, who helped shape my career and life both on and off the table. Absolutely heartbroken.”
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Judd Trump, current world number one, said: “It is very, very sad news… Terry was a witty guy. He was always very funny and quick, and a legend of the game.”
Personal Life
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Born in Llanelli, Wales
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Brought pride to Llanelli and now has found peace there
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Was surrounded by his family when he passed away
Quotes from Family and Friends
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“Terry was a proud Welshman, and we are deeply saddened to share the news of our loss.” – Wayne Griffiths, son
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“Thank you Terry for putting Wales on the sporting map… Will never forget how you welcomed me to the snooker family when joining the BBC TV team.” – Jason Mohammad, BBC snooker presenter
Obituary: Terry Griffiths, Former World Snooker Champion
Background
Terry Griffiths, a former world snooker champion, has passed away at the age of 77 after a long battle with dementia. He was born in Llanelli, Wales, and is remembered as a proud Welshman who brought pride to his hometown.
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World Champion: Griffiths won the World Championship in 1979, beating Dennis Taylor 24-16 in the final.
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Masters Winner: He also won the Masters in 1980.
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Career High Ranking: Griffiths reached a career-high third in the world rankings.
Tributes
- Stephen Hendry: Three-time world champion and fellow Welshman Hendry described Griffiths as “a mentor, coach, friend, legend”.
Reaction from the Snooker Community
The news of Griffiths’ passing has been met with sadness and tributes from the snooker community, including current world number one Judd Trump, who described Griffiths as “a witty guy” and a legend of the game.
