How sporting world reacted to Queen Elizabeth’s loss of life

Tributes from the world of sport have began pouring in following the loss of life of Queen Elizabeth II aged 96.

The Queen handed away at Balmoral Fort in Scotland on Thursday.

Throughout her 70-year reign, the Queen maintained her ardour for horse racing and attended main sporting occasions throughout the nation.

The Queen was current at Wembley handy Bobby Moore the Jules Rimet trophy in 1966, frequented Ascot, and made a well-known entrance throughout the London 2012 opening ceremony.

A press release from Buckingham Palace learn: “The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon. The King and The Queen Consort will stay at Balmoral this night and can return to London tomorrow.”

There was a minute’s silence at half-time of Arsenal’s Europa League match in opposition to FC Zurich after the information had damaged simply earlier than half-time.

Manchester United’s Europa League sport with Actual Sociedad and West Ham’s match with Steaua Bucharest went forward as deliberate with minute silences deliberate for each.

A press release from England learn, “It’s with profound disappointment that we obtained the information that Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II has handed away.

“Her Majesty the Queen shall be endlessly linked with a few of our most memorable moments – together with presenting the Jules Rimet Trophy to our 1966 World Cup-winning aspect.”

Former Nigeria basketball captain, Olumide Oyedeji, informed The PUNCH, “Her loss is so unhappy. The lives she impacted are so much, her management was nothing to be in contrast. It’s a tragedy to not solely the UK, however to the entire world as a result of she was nicely liked, a peacemaker and an excellent lady.

“She shall be missed, I’m certain we’re all going to overlook Queen Elizabeth.”

British-Nigerian boxer, Anthony Joshua, tweeted, “Relaxation in Peace,” with a white coronary heart emoji. Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn tweeted: “Relaxation in peace Your Majesty.. thanks for all the pieces.”

Nigerian Everton midfielder Alexander Iwobi confirmed his condolences by tweeting a prayer emoji.

Boxer Tyson Fury wrote, “Ideas & prayers with my Queen tonight, could God be with you.”

Sports activities journalist, Piers Morgan tweeted, “RIP Her Majesty  Queen Elizabeth II, 96. The best Monarch in historical past, and the best of Britons. Dignified, humble, sensible, stoic, and devoted to obligation & service to the nation she liked. Thanks for all the pieces, Ma’am. We shall be endlessly indebted to you.”

England captain Harry Kane stated, “My ideas are with the Royal Household at this very tough time. The Queen was an incredible inspiration and shall be remembered for her unbelievable years of service to this nation. Relaxation in peace, Your Majesty.”

Kane’s teammate Raheem Sterling added, “My deepest condolences to the Royal Household at this extremely unhappy time.”

Gary Lineker tweeted, “Such a very unhappy day. Her Majesty The Queen has died. A really exceptional lady who served her nation with dignity, loyalty and beauty. A comforting ever current within the lives of most of us. Relaxation In Peace, Your Majesty.”

Rio Ferdinand stated, “My ideas and condolences are with the members of the Royal Household. Relaxation In Peace Your Majesty.”

“The Queen devoted her life to the service of this nation,” stated Alan Shearer. “For a boy from Newcastle it was an honour to be in her presence. Thanks Ma’am. For all the pieces.”

England and Chelsea midfielder, Mason Mount wrote, “Thanks in your service. Relaxation in peace Your Majesty.”

It stays to be seen whether or not this weekend’s fixtures shall be postponed.

The English Soccer League stated in a press release: “Consideration in respect of EFL fixtures shall be mentioned with the Authorities and the broader sport sector throughout the interval forward and an acceptable announcement shall be made on the earliest alternative.”

“The Premier League is deeply saddened to listen to of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen, Elizabeth II. Our ideas and condolences are with The Royal Household and everybody all over the world mourning the lack of Her Majesty.”

A message on Twitter from Wimbledon learn, “We want to convey our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to The Royal Household on the unhappy passing of Her Majesty The Queen.”

The WTA and ATP added their tributes, saying: “We’re saddened to listen to of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. We’re grateful for her contributions to tennis, and our ideas and condolences are with the British Royal Household.”