Only recently did I come across his reputation as a racist, sexist, [fill-in-as-necessary]-ist and bitter feud with Motson. I have to admit that until now I hadn't even thought of him as anything but an exciting and interesting radio commentator. Just goes to show how PC-anal this country has gone (and keeps getting)! It's astonishing how he's able to string together a series of often tongue-twisting sentences without losing his breath, momentum or mispronounce words. A true legend!

And welcome to my journal. Added you back... from the little I've gleaned from your posts, I am going to have much fun reading them in entirety!