2 days Ago By George-simms
Former world snooker champion Terry Griffiths has died aged 77 after suffering from dementia for a long period, his family have confirmed. Welshman Griffiths became just the second qualifier to win the world championship when he beat Dennis Taylor 24-16 in 1979. He then became one of 11 players to complete snooker’s Triple Crown by also winning the Masters (1980) and UK Championship (1982).
After retiring, he moved into coaching, guiding world champions Stephen Hendry and Mark Williams, among a host of other elite players. His son Wayne said: “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.
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