British shot put record holder and two-time world's strongest man Geoff Capes has died at the age of 75.
Capes set the record for the furthest shot put throw by a British man, achieving a distance of 21.68m in 1980.
In a statement, the athlete's family said: "The family of Geoffrey Capes would like to announce his sad passing today, 23rd October.
"Britain's finest shot putter and twice world's strongest man."
Many took to social media to express their heartbreak at the sad news of his passing.
One fan said on X, formerly Twitter: "So sad to hear the news that Geoff Capes passed away this morning in Lincoln aged 75.
"A shot put gold medalist and World’s Strongest man on more than one occasion. A real household name..."
Another said: "Geoff Capes was a lovely man, it's sad to hear his passing, I watched him as a young man/boy, my sincerest condolences to his family and friends, we'll miss you Geoff."
A third simply added: "Another sporting hero from our youth leaves us."
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