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Sir Peter Snell remembered as a 'sporting giant' after death

December 14, 2019
Peter Snell wins gold at the Rome Olympics for the mens 800m, 1960.

Sport NZ's chief executive remembers Sir Peter Snell as a "sporting giant" for New Zealand, after his death this week.

The legendary Olympic track star died this week at his home in Dallas, a sports author confirmed this morning.

Sports NZ chief executive Peter Miskimmin says Sir Peter remained connected and involved with sport in New Zealand even after moving to the US.

"He is our Sports Champion of the 20th Century, but beyond that remains one of our most celebrated New Zealanders of all time," he said in a statement this morning.

"We have lost a sporting legend. Sir Peter was an extraordinary natural athlete.

"His career in running made him great however he excelled in almost everything he tried, including orienteering and table tennis later in life."

Sir Peter "helped bring New Zealand to the world's attention", Miskimmin says.

"Sir Peter leaves behind an extraordinary legacy in sport."

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