BBC · Apr 16, 2022
Nigel Pearson: Veteran speedway commentator dies aged 52
Nigel Pearson was known for his speedway and darts reportingTributes have been paid to the sports journalist and commentator Nigel Pearson.
His family said the 52-year-old died on Friday after being taken ill suddenly earlier in the week.
Mr Pearson, a former BBC Radio Humberside speedway reporter, went on to work on national TV and radio.
Sky Sports, who Mr Pearson worked for as a darts commentator for 15 years, said he "was a consummate broadcaster with a distinctive voice".
The broadcaster said Mr Pearson was "loved by our audiences", while tributes have also been paid by West Bromwich Albion and darts players.