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## Mike Griffin: Snooker Legend Passes Away
Snooker Legend Terry Griffiths Dead at 77
The snooker world mourns the loss of Terry Griffiths, a true giant of the game, who sadly passed away after a battle with dementia. He was 77.
Griffiths, renowned for his charismatic playing style and insightful commentary, left an indelible mark on the sport.
### From Miner to World Champion
Griffiths’ journey is a classic tale of ambition and resilience. Rising from humble beginnings as a miner in Wales, his transformative victory at the 1979 World Snooker Championship cemented his place in history.
He became only the second player to win the title as a qualifier, a feat labeled “sensational,” and stayed a force to be reckoned with until his retirement.
### More Than a Champion: A Legacy
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What were some of the biggest challenges Terry Griffiths faced in his early career, and how did he overcome them to become a professional snooker player?
## In Memory of Terry Griffiths: A Snooker Legacy
Today, we mourn the loss of snooker legend Terry Griffiths, who sadly passed away at the age of 77. To discuss his incredible career and impact on the sport, we’re joined by [Guest Name], a fellow snooker professional and long-time admirer of Griffiths.
**Interviewer:** [Guest Name], thank you for joining us today. Terry Griffiths was not only a formidable player but also a respected figure in the snooker community. What are your most enduring memories of him?
**Guest:** [Guest’s response about their memories of Terry Griffiths, his playing style, or personal qualities]
**Interviewer:** Griffiths was known for his strategic brilliance and tactical mastery. How did his approach to the game influence a generation of snooker players?
**Guest:** [Guest’s response about Griffiths’ influence on the sport, his playing techniques, or contributions to the development of snooker]
**Interviewer:** The Facebook post from BBC Cymru Wales highlighted Griffiths’ early years and the risks he took to become a professional. Can you elaborate on those early days and the challenges he faced?
**Guest:** [Guest’s response about Griffiths’ early career, challenges, and determination to succeed – drawing from the information in [[1](https://www.facebook.com/BBCCymruWales/videos/terry-griffiths-wynnes-welsh-80s/2477186245812021/)]
**Interviewer:** Terry Griffiths will be deeply missed by the snooker world. What is his lasting legacy?
**Guest:** [Guest’s concluding thoughts on Griffiths’ legacy, his impact on snooker, and his lasting contribution to the sport]
