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Racing commentator Sir Peter O'Sullevan passes away

Former BBC racing commentator Sir Peter O'Sullevan passes away at the age of 97.

Famed racing commentator Sir Peter O'Sullevan has died at the age of 97.

Known as the 'Voice of Racing', O'Sullevan worked for the BBC from 1947 to 1997.

The Irishman commentated on 50 Grand Nationals and 14,000 races in total before his retirement.

O'Sullevan also worked for The Express and the Press Association.

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