Snooker champion Reardon dies aged 91

Snooker champion Reardon dies aged 91

Ray Reardon ruled snooker in the 1970s when the man known fondly as ‘Dracula’ became a household name.

Snooker has lost one of its greats following the death of six-time world champion Ray Reardon at the age of 91.

The popular Welshman, nicknamed “Dracula” because of his distinctive widow’s peak hairstyle, died on Friday night after a battle with cancer, his wife Carol has confirmed.

A former coal miner and police officer, Reardon was at the forefront of the game’s rise to popularity as a televised sport during the 1970s and is credited with influencing the next generation of superstars.

Published: by Radio NewsHub
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