Tributes to Sir Everton Weekes: 'A legend, our hero'

"Our hearts are heavy as we mourn the loss of an icon," said Cricket West indies

02-Jul-2020

Everton Weekes flicks one to leg  •  William Vanderson/Hulton Archive/Getty Images

Sir Everton Weekes, one of the game's great batsmen and part of the trio of legendary 3 Ws, died aged 95 on Wednesday.

Tributes quickly started coming with Cricket West Indies saying: "Our hearts are heavy as we mourn the loss of an icon. A legend, our hero. Our condolences go out to his family, friends and many fans around the world."

The current coach, Phil Simmons, added:

West Indies Cricket has not only lost one of its greatest cricketers, we have lost a true gentleman.
My Condolences and Prayers go out to his family and friends. RIPSirEverton
— Phil Simmons (@Coachsim13) July 1, 2020

And many more followed

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The great Sir Everton Weekes would have graced Test cricket with the willow in his hands many years before I would have had an opportunity to watch the classy last surviving member of the formidable 3 Ws. I must say however that reading about his feats and watching clips of Sir Everton batting put him in my estimation into the upper echelons of the all time great batsmen. Strongly built like a Mike Tyson, but a quiet and humble man, he was always open to converse with me about batting or West Indies cricket. I Trusted and respected him tremendously. He cared deeply about West Indies cricket and was always fair in his comments. The West Indies cricket fraternity and the world at large has lost a great man. He was simply A GREAT WEST INDIAN! #RIPSirEvertonWeekes

A post shared by Brian Lara (@brianlaraofficial) on Jul 2, 2020 at 7:22am PDT

We lost a legend today. Sir Everton Weekes is part of @windiescricket great history and legacy. He also was a great human being. Condolences goes out to his family. May he Rest In Peace
— Daren Sammy (@darensammy88) July 1, 2020

Very sad to learn of the passing of Sir Everton Weekes. A humble man who wore his greatness lightly
— Mike atherton (@Athersmike) July 1, 2020

Can't believe the legendary Sir Everton Weekes is no more. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. One of the greatest cricketers from the country. A true icon.

Rest In Peace, legend! pic.twitter.com/GuZLPcUiHe
— Sir Vivian Richards (@ivivianrichards) July 2, 2020

Saddened by passing away of Sir Everton Weekes who was the last of the famous 'Three Ws'. A true humble great of the game. My thoughts and prayers are with Sir Weekes' family and fans in this hour of grief. RIP Sir - @windiescricket pic.twitter.com/cvRhdJ1yiu
— Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc) July 2, 2020

Saddened to hear about the passing of WI legend Sir. Everton Weekes. Had met him during the ICC conference in Barbados. He remembered a conversation we had during his time as match referee. Condolences to his family and friends.
— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) July 2, 2020

Sir Everton Weekes some cricketer, some man. Goodbye. Should you see Malcolm Marshall on your travels, do give him a hug from us all...
— Mark Nicholas (@mcjnicholas) July 1, 2020

Heard about the passing away of West Indies legend , Sir Everton Weekes. He was one of the greats of the game My condolences to his family and loved ones. pic.twitter.com/eQQo3QXN7F
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) July 1, 2020

Sir Everton Weekes, wow! What a legend!
Remember my father being awestruck by the man & his batting abilities. Chappelli too used to frequently gush over his talents. Thank you Sir, for your immense contribution to our game.#RIPWeekes
— Sanjay Manjrekar (@sanjaymanjrekar) July 2, 2020

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