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Racing presenter John Hunt makes emotional statement on why he returned to work nine weeks after family murdered

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Updated 09:29 10 Sep 2024 GMT+1Published 09:26 10 Sep 2024 GMT+1

Racing presenter John Hunt makes emotional statement on why he returned to work nine weeks after family murdered

Much-loved racing commentator John Hunt has returned to work

Joe Harker

Joe Harker

Racing commentator John Hunt has released a statement after returning to work.

Sky Sports viewers would have seen him returning to the commentary box at Brighton yesterday (9 September), as Simon Holt stepped aside to let the much-loved Hunt make his return to the job.

He commentated on all seven of the races in his return from time away from his job after the horrific murder of his wife Carol, 61, and his daughters Hannah, 28, and Louise, 25.

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The three women were found fatally injured by crossbow bolts at their home on 9 July, and a police manhunt later led to a suspect being apprehended.

Since then Hunt and his daughter Amy have released a statement saying they were 'devastated' by the grievous loss their family had suffered and thanked well-wishers for their 'kind words'.

Racing commentator John Hunt with his wife Carol (BBC)
Racing commentator John Hunt with his wife Carol (BBC)

John had been scheduled to be part of the BBC's commentary team for the 2024 Olympic Games, but understandably withdrew as he and his daughter said they 'need time and space to come to terms with what has happened and start the grieving process'.

His appearance in Brighton was a surprise and joy to racing fans, and Hunt gave an emotional statement explaining his return to work.

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He said: "It’s been 60 days since my girls Carol, Hannah and Louise were killed and whilst Amy and I still feel so wounded and vulnerable, returning to work at Brighton felt achievable and realistic.

"Carol and I had our last weekend away together in Brighton at the end of May and looking out from the press box, out to sea, my knees buckled recalling us on the wild rapids ride on the pier just over three months ago soaked to the skin and laughing like teenagers.

Those watching the races in Brighton were delighted to hear John Hunt's voice again (Alan Crowhurst/Getty Images)
Those watching the races in Brighton were delighted to hear John Hunt's voice again (Alan Crowhurst/Getty Images)

"But I know the girls are with me at all times and would have been gently encouraging me to take a breath or two and stride on.

"The warmth from everyone at the track was so striking with hugs and kindness washing over me all day. My thanks to everyone who has contacted me, to Racetech who made things so straightforward and all racegoers who said hello.

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"Amy and I are determined to take small steps forward whenever we feel able. To that end, today was a good day and I’m grateful for it."

With his return many commented that it was 'nice to hear the tones of John Hunt back at the racecourse again', and that 'to hear John Hunt back calling again at Brighton' was 'a pleasure'.

Featured Image Credit: BBC/Facebook

Topics: BBC, UK News, TV

Joe Harker
Joe Harker

Joe graduated from the University of Salford with a degree in Journalism and worked for Reach before joining the LADbible Group. When not writing he enjoys the nerdier things in life like painting wargaming miniatures and chatting with other nerds on the internet. He's also spent a few years coaching fencing. Contact him via [email protected]

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