BRITAIN’S greatest amateur boxer Dick McTaggart has sadly passed away aged 89.
The Scottish slugger’s passing was announced by his family in an emotional social media statement.
Dick McTaggart has sadly passed away aged 89[/caption]
It read: “In loving memory of Dick McTaggart, a cherished husband, father, grandfather and friend.
“A true gentleman and legend in the boxing world.
“His kindness determination, humour and spirit will never be forgotten.
“He will be deeply missed but forever in our hearts. Rest peacefully.”
McTaggart had a truly incredible career, which consisted of a whopping 634 fights.
His finest achievement came at the 1956 Olympics in Melbourne, where he became the first Scottish boxer to win a gold medal.
McTaggart competed at the Rome Olympics four years later but left the Eternal City with a bronze.
Tributes poured in for the late McTaggart from around the boxing world.
