Darts legend Eric Bristow has passed away following a heart attack at the age of 60.
Bristow, born in Hackney, was World Champion five times and also won five World Masters titles.
The Professional Darts Corporation announced the news this evening.
PDC Chairman Barry Hearn led the tributes to Bristow, stating: “Eric will always be a legend in the world of darts and British sport. He was a tremendous player and a huge character and even after his retirement fans would travel for miles to meet him and see him play.
“Eric was never afraid of controversy, but he spoke as he found and was honest and straightforward which is what people admired about him. The PDC, and the sport of darts, will miss him.”
Bristow was known as the crafty cockney and played professionally for over 30 years.
He received an MBE in 1989 and worked as a telvision pundit as well as appearing on reality television following his retirement in 2007.
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