Darts broadcaster Sid Waddell has been diagnosed with bowel cancer, his manager has confirmed.
Waddell, 71, has been a central part of Sky Sports' coverage of PDC darts events since 1994 and is known for his colourful and excitable commentary style.
A statement from his manager Dick Allix read: "Following recent tests, Sid has been diagnosed with bowel cancer. He is now undergoing treatment and during this period will be focusing on his health.
"I would ask that everyone respects his privacy at this time."
Dave Clark, Waddell's colleague at Sky Sports, added: "Everyone at Sky Sports wishes Sid all the very best. We'll miss him and look forward to having him back with us whenever he is ready."
PDC Chairman Barry Hearn said: "Sid is a hugely popular character throughout the sport of darts and I'm sure I speak on behalf of the PDC, our players and fans in wishing him a speedy and successful recovery.
"Our thoughts will be with him and his family as he begins his treatment."
Waddell, 71, has been a central part of Sky Sports' coverage of PDC darts events since 1994 and is known for his colourful and excitable commentary style.
A statement from his manager Dick Allix read: "Following recent tests, Sid has been diagnosed with bowel cancer. He is now undergoing treatment and during this period will be focusing on his health.
"I would ask that everyone respects his privacy at this time."
Dave Clark, Waddell's colleague at Sky Sports, added: "Everyone at Sky Sports wishes Sid all the very best. We'll miss him and look forward to having him back with us whenever he is ready."
PDC Chairman Barry Hearn said: "Sid is a hugely popular character throughout the sport of darts and I'm sure I speak on behalf of the PDC, our players and fans in wishing him a speedy and successful recovery.
"Our thoughts will be with him and his family as he begins his treatment."
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