Queen Elizabeth dies at 96: the sports world’s reaction

Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom died on Thursday at the age of 96. Many athletes and members of the sports world shared their sentiments.

Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom died on Thursday at the age of 96. The news is certainly tragic, and many members of the sports world have shared their sentiments to show respect for the old queen.

Queen Elizabeth has been one of the most respected leaders for many generations, and her influence has certainly been remarkable.

Among the athletes and organizations that shared Queen Elizabeth’s sentiments on Twitter:

Players Tribune

The Players Tribune wrote, “Rest in peace, Queen Elizabeth II,” and shared multiple photos of her with some of her athletes.

Portsmouth

Portsmouth FC wrote: “Everyone at Portsmouth Football Club is deeply saddened by the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family.” They transmitted a tweet from the royal family with a head portrait of the Queen.

Billie Jean King

King’s tweet was long and consisted of two parts. Part One said, “(1/2) I am saddened to learn of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. Over the past 70 years, her leadership, influence and influence in the UK and the entire global community have been tremendous. I met her in 2010 at Wimbledon, and it was a special moment for me.” She included a photo of the two shaking hands.

In Part Two, she wrote: “(2/2) she was the longest-reigning woman in history, the only female royal to serve in the armed forces, and a respected leader all over the world. She has earned her place in history, and we will miss her.”

Manchester United

Manchester United wrote, “Manchester United shares the grief of the entire nation following Buckingham Palace’s announcement of the death of Her Royal Highness Queen Elizabeth II.” The team included a souvenir photo of her holding the trophy.

Premier League

The well-known Premier League shared, “The Premier League is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Our condolences and thoughts are with the Royal Family and everyone around the world mourning the loss of Her Majesty.”

Scuderia Alpha Touri

The Scuderia AlphaTauri F1 team wrote, “Together with our British colleagues, and the Formula One community, we mourn the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Our condolences to the British Royal Family at this time.” It included a close-up of the Queen smiling.

Millwall FC

Millwall FC shared, with a popular headshot of the Queen, “Millwall Football Club joins the nation and the rest of the world in mourning the devastating loss of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this very difficult time. Rest in peace, Your Majesty.”

Michael Owen

English footballer Michael Owen wrote: “Thank you, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Madam, for your lifelong service and dedication.”

Arsenal

Famous football club Arsenal said: “We are deeply saddened to hear of Her Majesty’s passing. Together with many of our supporters today, we will take time to mourn and reflect on Her Majesty’s incredible life and dedicated service.”

Included a souvenir link to their website.

He will always be remembered by Queen Elizabeth II.



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