Iconic BBC Sport presenter signs off after 50 YEARS with classy eight-word statement

ICONIC BBC Sport presenter Garry Richardson has delivered his final broadcast before calling time on a 50-year career.

Richardson has interviewed some of the biggest names in sport from Muhammad Ali to Pele.

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Garry Richardson has called time on his 50-year career[/caption]

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He was part of BBC’s Today programme since 1981[/caption]

He joined the BBC as an 18-year-old junior researcher and became part of the Today show team in 1981.

The 68-year-old worked for the programme ever since before his final show today, while also hosting Sportsweek on Sunday mornings on BBC Radio 5 Live for 20 years until it ended in 2019.

Richardson entertained and informed millions of listeners throughout his half a century of service for the broadcaster.

The BBC played a montage of his highlights, including “the biggest moment of my career”, interviewing former US president Clinton live on Centre Court at Wimbledon during a rain break.

Richardson bid farewell with interviews with two-time Wimbledon champion Andy Murray and former Liverpool player Kevin Keegan.

As he said goodbye, Richardson thanked all the producers, correspondents and colleagues he worked with.

He said: “It’s been wonderful and I’ve been very lucky.”

Richardson also showed his appreciation to his listeners down the years and ended his appearance with a little quip.

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He added: “Most of all, thanks to the listeners. I can come back tomorrow.”

Richardson revealed he still plans to broadcast from time to time, though will no longer feature on the Today programme.

He said: “I have had the most wonderful time working for the BBC alongside my heroes from sport and showbusiness.

“I’ll still be broadcasting from time to time, the only difference will be I won’t be setting my alarm for 2.45am and that’s a lovely thought.”