Clive Everton, Renowned Snooker Commentator, Dies at 87

Clive Everton, the esteemed snooker commentator known as the 'voice of snooker', has died at the age of 87, prompting an outpouring of tributes from the snooker community. He spent over 30 years with the BBC, beginning in 1972, and founded the Snooker Scene magazine, which he edited for more than five decades. The World Snooker Tour praised him as one of the greatest commentators in the sport's history, highlighting his dedication to snooker and his extensive coverage of historic moments. Everton was also a professional player, achieving a highest ranking of 47th and was inducted into the Snooker Hall of Fame in 2017. The Clive Everton Trophy is currently contested at the British Open, honoring his contributions to the sport. Fellow commentator David Hendon remarked that Everton's legacy as a significant figure in snooker history will endure.