He passed away at his home in Surrey aged 89.
Former Ryder Cup Golfer and legendary BBC broadcaster, Peter Alliss has passed away.
A man known as the "Voice of Golf" with a soothing commentary style and class sense of humor, he has called so many great moments in the sport.
In a playing career, that saw him win over 20 titles, Peter played for in his first Ryder Cup for Europe in 1953 and then in every Ryder Cup from 1957 to 1969.
Among his many titles to win, the Italian, Spanish, and Portugese Opens - Peter was inducted into Golf's Hall of fame in 2012.
European Tour chief executive Keith Pelley has hailed him as "truly one of golf's greats".
All of us at The R&A and The Royal and Ancient Golf Club are deeply saddened to hear that Peter Alliss has passed away. He was a wonderful servant to golf over many years and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with his family at this sad time.
— The R&A (@RandA) December 6, 2020
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Peter Alliss sadly just passed away and I wanted to say how appreciative I am for the joy and entertainment he brought to so many people. His HofF speech is the best I’ve heard and I say “runker baker” every time I’m in Europe (he messed up once and I can’t forget it 😂)
— Phil Mickelson (@PhilMickelson) December 6, 2020
Saddened to here today of the passing of Peter Alliss. A true icon of the game. My thoughts are with his family and friends at this time. https://t.co/ICtVWBjElJ
— Padraig Harrington (@padraig_h) December 6, 2020
"Peter made an indelible mark on everything he did in our game, but especially as a player and a broadcaster, and he leaves a remarkable legacy."
Only last month, Peter Allis called the Masters, not from Augusta, as he would have loved, but from home, due to Covid-19 restrictions.
Next year was to be his 60th in broadcasting.
