An ex-BBC Grand National commentator passes away at age 82. Let’s see what happened to him and John Hanmer cause of death in detail.
How did John Hanmer die?
John Hanmer, a longtime member of the Grand National commentary team for BBC TV, passed away at the age of 82. Hanmer has served as a jockey’s agent in the past, representing athletes like Steve Cauthen and Mick Kinane.
Alongside people like Sir Peter O’Sullevan and later Jim McGrath, he was a regular member of the BBC crew for the major race at Aintree. Hanmer was also the birthplace of the final winner from Frankie Dettori’s “Magnificent Seven” at Ascot in 1996.
John Hanmer. The coolest voice ever to commentate on our sport. Never flustered and always accurate. A superb race reader, and instrumental in my love of horse racing. His Grand National work was outstanding and iconic. Another legend… pic.twitter.com/FwZoXsv8RD
— G⭕ing Behind (@GoingBehind) February 20, 2022
John Hanmer cause of death
John Hanmer’s cause of death has not been disclosed by any online sources or by any of his family members. Online reports assert that given his age, he perished from natural causes.
Many people want to know how John Hanmer’s life ended, especially those who were close to his family and his supporters. All we now know is that John Hanmer was certified dead without having experienced any medical problems.
Hanmer ended up covering the majority of the race when Red Marauder won the National in 2001 when severe weather forced the cancellation of one of the other commentary stops.
Tributes to John Hanmer
He was a great man, and this was one of his best races, according to BBC racing team member Angus Loughran. As the commentator who took over as runners in the National reached the Melling Road, Hanmer’s name was well-known to television watchers.
Former jockey Brendan Powell, who on Rhyme ‘n’ Reason in 1998 won the National, stated on Twitter: “John “Melling Road” Hanmer, RIP. a true gentleman in every sense.”
Ah John Hanmer. A legend. A voice as soothing as sparkling water in the desert. 'And as they cross the Melling Road, back to Peter O'Sullevan'. How we will miss him. In a better place John, Peter and Julian are now calling another one. May he rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/FvNFgoWSPf
— Gary Kelly (@maxcouch) November 27, 2022
“ as they cross the Melling Road over to John Hanmer”
This man is a legend of British racing, I was part of a generation who grew up listening to his dulcet tones calling the National.
He stole the show @HorseraceMedia awards in London today, #livinglegend pic.twitter.com/AVlwetwuUD— Darren Owen (@Darren_Owen) December 6, 2021
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