This us Jenny thank you all so much for your kind words Andy was is and always will be my champion 🏆❤💙
The darts world is in mourning after the sudden death of icon Andy Fordham, who died on Thursday at the age of 59.
As soon as the news of his death trickled out, it was met with reactions from darts organisations, old rivals and new generation darts players. Fordham was especially praised for his character. The Viking was not called the 'people's champion' for nothing.
''A big man with big heart'', Michael van Gerwen said on Twitter. He was characterised as a ''character both on and off the board'' by Simon Whitlock.
Also his old rival Steve Beaton reacted with great dejection. ''Very saddened to hear of the passing away of Andy Fordham. Not only a great friend but a sporting legend who I had the pleasure of knowing for many a year. Our thoughts are with Jenny and the family.''
See below an overview of some of the reactions from the darting world.
The PDC is saddened to learn that Andy Fordham has passed away, aged 59. Everyone at the PDC sends their condolences to Andy's family and friends. ➡️ pdc.tv/news/2021/07/1…
The sport of darts has lost one of it’s biggest characters and finest champions. 2004 Lakeside World Championship, 1999 Winmau World Masters and 9x WDF World Cup Gold medal winner. Andy Fordham will be forever remembered. Our sincere condolences go out to his family at this time.
MAD are deeply saddened by the passing of Andy Fordham. A world champion who brought our game to a wider audience at a time when we needed it most. Andy was loved throughout the sport and will be sadly missed. Our deepest condolences go to those closest to him. #riptheviking
Horrible to hear the awful news about Andy, a big man with big heart. My thoughts with Jenny and family tonight🙏
God bless my friend Andy Fordham. What a pleasure it was been your friend and spending time with you. Thoughts are with his family. Cheers Hamlet
Such sad news that Andy Fordham has died. A true legend and gentleman of the sport. My thoughts are with his family and friends.
Rip @viking180 spent many great nights in your company, sending our love to Jenny & the family
RIP Andy Fordham #Legend
So very sad. We were from different era’s but you were always a legend in my book Andy. RIP. Condolences to your family x🏴🏴
Thank you for the memories Andy….. ❤️
Gutted to hear this, Andy was a larger than life character both on and off the board, my deepest sympathy to Andys family at this very sad time x
Deeply saddened to say farewell to one of the games true Legends, Andy Fordham. We had laughs, fun and many memorable times, both at events and socially. Rest in peace Andy… 🙏 #TheVIKING
Absolutely devastated to hear of the passing of this Legend, it was an absolute pleasure to have worked and shared a stage with a true gent. Will be such a miss to all involved with darts. RIP Andy Fordham 💙
Rest in peace, my friend. One of the first players I ever got to watch on VHS tapes I received back in South Africa. An absolute gentleman, and a great player. Thoughts with Andy’s family. Until we meet again ❤️
Sad to hear the passing of a legend Andy Fordham our thoughts are with his family
What a sad day it is😪😪 R.I.P Peter R de vries🙏 R.I.P andy fordham🙏
R.I.P Viking #legend
Sad news today, another legend off the sport has left us ! RIP Andy !
So very saddened to hear of the passing away of Andy Fordham. Not only a great friend but a sporting legend who I had the pleasure of knowing for many a year. Our thoughts are with Jenny and the family. RIP my friend
Absolutley devastated to hear Andy Fordham has passed away, the kindest man you you could ever meet. I owe you so much. RIP mate #theviking
Sad to see the passing of a legend today RIP Andy Fordham 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏
RIP The Viking 😪
Today we lost one of the sport of darts finest characters, a genuine person, world champion, a true friend of everyone, Andy Fordham, so sad to lose you, thanks for being a friend.
Just heard the devastating news that Andy Fordham has passed away. He was a gentle giant and loved by all. Our condolences go out to his wife Jenny family and friends. RIP ANDY FORDHAM THE VIKING.
Rip The Viking Andy Fordham great guy. Will miss you mate
Absolutely devasted to hear the news that Andy Fordham has passed away,a darting legend and one of the nicest guys on the planet,thoughts are with the family at this time.. RIP Andy
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