The sports world pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II after her passing on Thursday
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Updated 09/09/2022 at 09:20 GMT
Tributes from the sports world have poured in following the passing of Her Majesty the Queen on Thursday evening at the age of 96. Players and athletes past and present have joined sports clubs and associations to mourn the death of the longest-serving Monarch in British history.
Queen Elizabeth II visits the Royal British Legion Industries village to celebrate the charity's centenary year on November 6, 2019 in Aylesford, England.
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The sports world has paid tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who died on Thursday at the age of 96.
Her Majesty, who ruled for longer than any Monarch in British history, passed away at her residence in Balmoral, Buckingham Palace announced.
Seven-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan paid his respects to the Queen as well as World Snooker Tour.
Former two-time world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury paid tribute shortly after her death was confirmed by the Royal Family.
He wrote: “Thoughts & prayers with my Queen tonight, may God be with you.”
Former world boxing champion Frank Bruno said he was "devastated" to hear of the Queen's death.
The news was confirmed midway through Arsenal’s Europa League group stage tie against FC Zurich in Switzerland, and both teams held a minute's silence before the second half commenced.
Former Brazil forward Pele joined in with the tributes, saying he was a "great admirer" of the Queen.
The England Football Team, England captain Harry Kane and forward Raheem Sterling all paid their respects.
Gary Lineker was also among the first sports personalities to share their condolences. He and another former Three Lions striker Michael Owen tweeted their gratitude for Her Majesty’s service.
Former Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas also paid tribute to the Queen.
Speaking after Roma's 2-1 loss to Ludogorets in the Europa League on Thursday, former Chelsea, Tottenham and Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho paid tribute to the Queen, calling her "a great woman".
"I'm so sorry. I have lived in England for many years, my family is there," Mourinho told Sky Sports Italy.
"I don't think there's anyone who doesn't appreciate this great woman, I'm sorry."
The ATP, WTA and LTA all paid tribute while former tennis star Billie-Jean King shared a heartfelt message, looking back at a "special moment" when she met Queen Elizabeth II at Wimbledon in 2010.
From Formula 1, British driver George Russell wrote on Twitter: “I’m so sad to hear about the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Her devotion to our country and her gracious leadership were inspirational to so many generation of people in the UK and around the world.
“My family and I send our deepest condolences to The Royal Family and to all those who admired her service to our country for seven decades. Rest in Peace.”
F1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali said: “Formula 1 mourns the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
“For more than seven decades she dedicated her life to public service with dignity and devotion and inspired so many around the world. Formula 1 sends its deepest condolences to the Royal Family and to the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth.”
From the world of cycling, Sir Chris Hoy credited the Queen's "great leadership".
The DP World Tour mentioned there would be no play at the PGA Championship on Friday at Wentworth in their tribute.
Tommy Fleetwood, who held a share of the lead with Viktor Hovland and Andy Sullivan on eight under par, wrote on Twitter: "Rest in Peace Your Majesty, you will be forever in our hearts. God save The King."
Sir Mo Farah, the most successful British track athlete in modern Olympic Games history, sent in his condolences.
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