FORMER Wales coach John Kear has died just hours after he commentated on the BBC.
The tragic news was announced on Monday morning.
John Kear has died at the age of 71 Credit: PA
Celebrated rugby league coach Kear passed away at the age of 71 on Sunday afternoon.
He had been the co-commentator for BBC’s coverage of the Challenge Cup final on Saturday.
However, he died suddenly while travelling north following the final.
A statement from the Rugby Football League said: “The RFL today pays tribute to John Kear, who died suddenly on Sunday afternoon returning north from Wembley, having been part of the BBC’s commentary team for the Challenge Cup Finals.
“Our thoughts and condolences are with John’s wife Dawn, his family and friends.”
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