00:00 We are very sad to announce that Ivor Robson Voice of the Open has passed away for his
00:04 last video. Watch the video till end.
00:07 Ivor Robson, the former official starter of the Open for 41 years, has died aged 83. A
00:14 hugely popular figure in the sport, and credited with one of the most distinctive voices in
00:20 golf, Robson retired in 2015.
00:22 Martin Slumbers, CEO of the R&A, said, "We are deeply saddened to hear of Ivor's passing.
00:29 As official starter at the Open for over 40 years, his voice was instantly recognizable
00:34 and synonymous with the championship for players and millions of golf fans worldwide. He was
00:40 popular and well-respected among all golfers who played in the Open and I know that they
00:44 will share in our sadness at this news.
00:47 On behalf of all of us at the R&A, I would like to convey our heartfelt condolences to
00:52 his wife of 61 years, Leslie, and the Robson family. He was popular and well-respected
00:58 among all golfers who played in the Open and I know that they will share in our sadness
01:02 at this news."
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