Former World Snooker Champion Terry Griffiths has passed away at the age of 77 after a prolonged battle with dementia, his family has confirmed.
The Welshman made history in 1979 as the first qualifier to clinch the World Snooker Championship, defeating Dennis Taylor 24-16 in a remarkable final.
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Griffiths went on to secure snooker’s coveted ‘Triple Crown,’ winning the Masters in 1980 and the UK Championship in 1982. He also achieved a career-high ranking of third in the world and was honoured with an OBE in 2007 for his contributions to the sport.
Announcing the news, his son Wayne wrote on Facebook: “To our friends and snooker followers in general, we are deeply saddened to share the news of our loss.”
“Terry Griffiths OBE passed away peacefully on 1st December, after a lengthy battle with dementia. He was surrounded by his family in his beloved hometown in South Wales.
“A proud Welshman, Terry was born in Llanelli, brought pride to Llanelli and now he has found peace in Llanelli. He would not have had it any other way.”
A message on World Snooker Tour’s official X account added: “We are deeply saddened tonight to hear that Terry Griffiths, a former world champion and all-time snooker great, has passed away at the age of 77.
“Our sincere condolences to Terry’s family and many friends. He was loved and respected by everyone in the sport.”
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