Harry Carpenter
British sports commentator (1925–2010) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Harry Leonard Carpenter, OBE (17 October 1925 – 20 March 2010)[1] was a British BBC sports commentator broadcasting from the early 1950s until his retirement in 1994. His speciality was boxing. He was presenter of programmes such as Sportsnight (1975–1985) and Grandstand and also anchored coverage of Wimbledon and golf tournaments.
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Harry Carpenter OBE | |
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Born | (1925-10-17)17 October 1925 South Norwood, London |
Died | 20 March 2010(2010-03-20) (aged 84) King's College Hospital, London |
Nationality | British |
Occupation | Sports commentator (boxing) |
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