Imran Sherwani, who won hockey gold for Great Britain in the 1988 Olympics, has died at the age of 63.
He scored twice in the final, as GB beat West Germany 3–1 in Seoul – his second goal brought a famous reaction from BBC commentator Barry Davies, who said: “Where were the Germans? But frankly, who cares!”
Sherwani was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2019.
Great Britain Hockey Chief Operating Officer Rich Beer said: “Imran Sherwani will always be remembered as one of the true icons of England and Great Britain hockey.
“His talent, leadership and humility inspired generations of players and fans alike.”
Sherwani represented GB and England a combined 94 times, and worked as a director of hockey at a school in Staffordshire.
He came from a sporting family – his father played hockey for Pakistan and his elder uncle played for Stoke City and Port Vale.
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